Portsmouth · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Farlington
We carry out electronic leak detection in Farlington and the rest of Portsmouth. We survey seven days a week.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks through a covered membrane
Electronic leak detection in Farlington
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Farlington and the rest of London and South East England. A visit usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. You get a written report with photographs. We survey roof terraces and balconies, liquid-applied waterproofing and flat roof membranes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks showing away from the breach and leaks through a covered membrane.
Around Farlington, many homes have a garden room, garage or outbuilding with a flat roof. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. It is worth mentioning them as you book, so the visit can include them, along with the main flat roof. Smaller roofs use the same coverings as bigger ones, from felt to rubber and GRP, and age in the same way.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Farlington (PO6, PO9, PO7)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
Bituminous membranes
ELD is often possible on bituminous membranes, depending on what’s below.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
FAQs for Farlington
Is the coastal weather around Farlington hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Farlington?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is the repair part of the test?
No. We test the membrane and report. You get the breach locations with photos so your roofer can fix them.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
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. To get a quote, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
It normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. What sits on the membrane affects the method, so we check the build-up first.
Do you need electronic leak detection in Farlington?
Seams are a common weak point in flat roof waterproofing. Small openings at laps can leak for months before it shows.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- New membranes needing a check before handover
If you let a flat or house near Cosham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
What to check before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their track record with similar roofs
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Being in a smaller place like Farlington does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Towns and villages near Farlington
Also in Farlington
Electronic leak detection in Farlington: local notes
Farlington lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Andrew, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Shop and office owners around The Bridge Shopping Centre may find that flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling.
Farlington is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. Surveys in Farlington work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Portsmouth, large and small.
Every address in PO6, PO9 and PO7 is within our area for electronic leak detection. Whether your property is on Galt Road, Grant Road and Havant Road or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Drayton (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile north-west), Cosham (1 mile west), Bedhampton (1 mile north-east) and Purbrook (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (5 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (4 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
Near you in Farlington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Springfield School, Springfield School and New Inn. The nearest railway station is Cosham station, roughly 1.5 miles west. A little further out are Warblington Castle (2.9 miles east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.6 miles west). Open spaces near Farlington include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Farlington
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is simpler. Covered roofs are harder to test. In an older home around Farlington, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in Farlington
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.