Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in East Cholderton, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes across East Cholderton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- New membranes needing a check before handover
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
About our electronic leak detection in East Cholderton
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in East Cholderton and the rest of London and the South East. Testing normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed damp inside with no sign on the roof and holes around roof penetrations, we can find out what’s behind it, on liquid-applied waterproofing, single-ply roofs and commercial flat roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as East Cholderton, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- East Cholderton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Repeated call-outs for the same leak add up. A report showing the breach points gives your roofer a clear target. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
How we price electronic leak detection
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
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. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Useful tips for East Cholderton property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Check new waterproofing before handover
After your roofer repairs the breaches, a retest can confirm them if the build-up allows.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
East Cholderton: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Cholderton?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to East Cholderton?
Yes, East Cholderton is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
How is ELD priced?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. For a quote, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Towns and villages near East Cholderton
Other services in East Cholderton
Flat and commercial roofs around East Cholderton
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 fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Amport Church of England Primary School, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. For landlords with property near Grateley station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
East Cholderton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Bookings from East Cholderton are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Southampton is in our area too.
Every address in SP11 is within our area for electronic leak detection. We also cover the places around East Cholderton: Mullenspond (1 mile north), Thruxton (1 mile north-west), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (4 miles east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Around East Cholderton
Around East Cholderton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Horse Inn. For rail, the closest station is Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as East Cholderton, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.