Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Charlton, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Charlton, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Failed seams and laps
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Leaks that return after repairs
About our electronic leak detection in Charlton
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work, and some may need lifting. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. We will tell you if the roof can’t be tested. We’re often asked to look into failed seams and laps and leaks through a covered membrane, on green roofs, flat roof membranes and roof terraces and balconies.
Some older homes in villages like Charlton are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Charlton (SP10)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Find the breach before more patching
- Act on new leaks promptly
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.
Make sure contractors protect the waterproofing when they work up there. Check the roof after they’ve finished.
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FAQs for Charlton
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Charlton, such as hotels?
Yes, we cover commercial roofs as well as homes. Roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand.
Is Charlton within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. ELD is testing only. You get the breach locations with photos for your roofer to repair.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Do you use low-voltage or high-voltage testing?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We will explain why when we quote.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Charlton?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How we price electronic leak detection
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Electronic leak detection in Charlton: local notes
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Within a mile and a half or so of Charlton there are several hotels, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Charlton, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition. If you let a flat or house near Andover station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Charlton is about 1 mile north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Charlton, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Hampshire coverage includes Charlton. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SP10 postcode area for electronic leak detection. You’ll find streets like Dacre Close, Home Farm Gardens and Augustine Way, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Charlton: Foxcotte (1 mile north-west), Penton Mewsey (1 mile west), Penton Corner (1 mile west), Penton Grafton (1 mile west) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles south-east), Hyde (13 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east), Stanmore (14 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Charlton
Around Charlton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Portway Infant School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Andover station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.5 miles south-east) and Andover Museum (1.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the flat roof membrane, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- How wet the insulation is
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Charlton
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report. As for time on site, most surveys take as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. Somewhere as small as Charlton, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, you tell us about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM rubber roofs often last 30–50 years, but can still be punctured.
Single-ply membranes
Some single-ply membranes suit electronic testing well but it depends on the product and layers.
Common roof problems in Charlton
Holes in a membrane often come from feet, tools or debris. Some are too small to see but water still finds them.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Damage from equipment installers
- Water coming in under a flat roof
For an older house near a landmark such as St Thomas, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How soon the report will arrive