Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Curdridge
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Curdridge. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
Electronic leak detection in Curdridge
A leak in a flat roof often shows up a long way from where the water gets in. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. ELD tests the waterproofing directly, to find where it has been breached. It’s testing only and leave the repair to your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. We then send you the results in a written report. We survey commercial flat roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies, and common reasons people get in touch are water coming in under a flat roof and leaks through a covered membrane.
In a small place like Curdridge, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof membrane, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Curdridge (SO32, SO30)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes as long as needed for the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we set out in the quote. Around Curdridge, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Common roof problems in Curdridge
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. A gap that is hard to see can let water in long before anyone notices.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Patched roofs that still leak
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes often appear.
EPDM rubber roofs
Certain rubber membranes are conductive which can limit electronic testing. We’ll say if the test won’t work.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Sections we can’t safely access
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up isn’t suitable
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
Flat and commercial roofs around Curdridge
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Curdridge Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you let a flat or house near Botley station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Curdridge is about 3 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Curdridge across London and South East England. Curdridge is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Every address in SO32 and SO30 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Chapel Lane, Lockhams Road and Botley Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Curdridge: Curbridge (1 mile south), Botley (2 miles west), Durley (2 miles north-west), Boorley Green (2 miles west) and Waltham Chase (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (6 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Curdridge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cricketers Inn. For rail, the closest station is Botley station, roughly 0.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Knowle Hospital (3.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Limit access to the roof
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Don’t keep patching the same spot
- Record dates and spots where water appears
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. Your roofer can advise on that, and moisture readings can help.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
Questions from Curdridge
Do you cover smaller places like Curdridge?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Curdridge?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What is electronic leak detection?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through, which shows us where the hole is.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
Not every roof is suitable. Certain membranes are conductive and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. If your roof will not work, we will say so before testing.
What do I do with the report?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.