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Electronic leak detection in Fencott, Oxfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you decide what to do next. Electronic leak detection in Fencott.
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
About our electronic leak detection in Fencott
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It uses a small electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there’s a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. The results come in a report with photos. We survey roof terraces and balconies, commercial flat roofs and single-ply roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damage from equipment installers and breaches hidden under paving or planting.
Older buildings in small places like Fencott may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Fencott (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Fencott
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fencott?
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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fencott?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Fencott is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
What if it rains on the day?
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 after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. We test the membrane and report. The report shows where each breach is so your roofer can fix them.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. In a small place like Fencott, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Why it is worth a survey now in Fencott
Repeated call-outs for the same leak add up. A report showing the breach points gives your roofer a clear target. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Fencott, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Fencott
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. The wider area around Fencott has a long history of building, with Boarstall Tower about 3.2 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Anyone responsible for a site like Charlton-on-Otmoor Church of England Primary School will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. For businesses in and around places such as Bicester Avenue, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks.
Fencott is about 4 miles south of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We visit Fencott as part of our work across Oxfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. There is also a page for Oxford.
We cover every part of the OX5 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Murcott (1 mile south-east), Charlton-on-Otmoor (1 mile west), Merton (1 mile north), Upper Arncott (2 miles east) and Wendlebury (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles south-west), Bicester (4 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles south-west), Witney (14 miles west), Thame (11 miles south-east) and Kidlington (5 miles west).
Near you in Fencott
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown pub, among other places. The closest station to Fencott is Islip station, about 3.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bicester Avenue (3.2 miles north) and Bicester Community Hospital (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Otmoor RSPB reserve and Graven Hill.
What affects the price in Fencott
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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What else we do in Fencott
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Don’t let outlets block
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Let us know about the membrane and build-up if you know it
File the report with your roof paperwork. It is a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
When to book a survey in Fencott
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Engineers fitting equipment, solar panels or aerials may leave damage behind.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Failed seams and laps
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks that return after repairs
For landlords with property near Islip station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely