Hampshire · London and the South East
Dibden Purlieu Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Dibden Purlieu. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
Flat and commercial roofs around Dibden Purlieu
Dibden Purlieu is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Westquay, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. If you own a rental within reach of Southampton Town Quay station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Dibden Purlieu is about 4 miles south of Southampton, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Dibden Purlieu and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Dibden Purlieu is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for electronic leak detection.
All of SO45 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Haynes Way, Beaulieu Road and Noads Way and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Hythe (1 mile north-east), Dibden (1 mile north-west), The Hummicks (3 miles south), Beaulieu (3 miles south-west) and Marchwood (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (6 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
What’s near Dibden Purlieu
Typical jobs here are in homes near Testwood School and Noadswood School. The nearest railway station is Southampton Town Quay station, about 2.8 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.8 miles south-west) and Netley Castle (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Dibden Purlieu include Mercury Marshes.
How electronic leak detection works in Dibden Purlieu
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing, not every cause of water getting in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. You’ll also know what to check next. We are often asked to look into a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and punctures from foot traffic or tools, across flat roof membranes, roof terraces and balconies and single-ply roofs.
Flat roofs in smaller places like Dibden Purlieu can be more exposed, especially where nothing shelters them, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Dibden Purlieu (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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Questions from Dibden Purlieu
Is Dibden Purlieu within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Dibden Purlieu?
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.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. Size, build-up and access all affect the price. To get a quote, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Carrying out the repair work
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos. As for time on site, most surveys take a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Dibden Purlieu is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- First, you let us know about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Do you need electronic leak detection in Dibden Purlieu?
Holes in a membrane frequently come from feet, tools or debris. Many are tiny, but still let water through.
Signs worth acting on include:
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
Beaulieu Palace House, about 2.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Dibden Purlieu. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan.
Before booking anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What insurance they carry
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What exactly goes into their report
Why act early in Dibden Purlieu
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. Electronic testing finds the hole first so your roofer knows where to work. Around Dibden Purlieu, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Dibden Purlieu
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 20+ years’ experience
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
How we price electronic leak detection
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.