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Electronic leak detection in Farnborough, Oxfordshire
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Farnborough, with photos and a written report.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Damage from equipment installers
How electronic leak detection works in Farnborough
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing is not possible, we will say so. If you’re worried about leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on liquid-applied waterproofing, green roofs and commercial flat roofs alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Farnborough take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, 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.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Farnborough (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
For a price for your roof in Farnborough, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Farnborough, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Common roof problems in Farnborough
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting hide the membrane. ELD can work on some covered roofs though it depends on the layers.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
For any home in Farnborough, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Leave it or get it looked at?
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. Testing shows whether the membrane is breached so attention can go to the right place. Outbuildings and barns around Farnborough are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: 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.
Why book us in Farnborough
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Surveys seven days a week
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Record dates and spots where water appears
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.
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What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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 longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a hamlet or village like Farnborough, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Check pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Farnborough: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Farnborough?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Farnborough?
Yes. Farnborough is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How do you choose the testing method?
We choose the method that suits the roof. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How fast do I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes frequently appear.
Bituminous membranes
Bitumen roofs can often be tested electronically, depending on what’s below.
Local flat roofs in Farnborough
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Farnborough is about 4 miles south-east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Farnborough are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Farnborough. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Electronic leak detection in OX12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Catmore (2 miles south-east), Brightwalton (2 miles south), Brightwalton Green (2 miles south), West Ilsley (3 miles east) and Stanmore (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (8 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north), Wantage (4 miles north-west), Grove (6 miles north-west), Faringdon (12 miles north-west) and Benson (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Farnborough
Nearby you’ll also find Atlas Computer Laboratory (3.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.