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Electronic Leak Detection in Fernham
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes around Fernham, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Electronic leak detection in Fernham: what you get
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing but not every way water gets in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing will not show on the test. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. It won’t show water getting in through brickwork or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. You’ll also know what to check next. We survey single-ply roofs, commercial flat roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing, and people most often book us about holes around roof penetrations and damage from equipment installers.
In a village or hamlet like Fernham, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Fernham (SN7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Fernham
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Limit access to the roof
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Record dates and spots where water appears
Questions about the results are welcome. We can talk you through the findings.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take 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 Fernham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photographs in a report for your roofer.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Fernham, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Finding the breach sooner limits that. Older and listed buildings around Fernham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Electronic leak detection in Fernham: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently 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 is normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. About 4.3 miles north-west lies Buscot Park, a reminder of how long the area around Fernham has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Faringdon Community College will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Fernham is about 7 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Fernham can all book electronic leak detection. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Fernham. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Surveys in SN7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Church Lane and The Green, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Little Coxwell (1 mile north-west), Baulking (2 miles south-east), Uffington (2 miles south-east), Shellingford (2 miles north-east) and Faringdon (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (14 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles east), Witney (12 miles north), Carterton (10 miles north), Wantage (7 miles east) and Grove (7 miles east).
Near you in Fernham
Well-known places in the area include Faringdon Castle (2.4 miles north) and Uffington Museum (1.8 miles south). For a walk, there’s Badbury Hill.
Fernham: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Fernham is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Fernham in the area you cover?
Yes, Fernham is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
How do you choose the testing method?
The roof decides the method. We’ll explain why when we quote.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. We test the membrane and report. The report shows where each breach is for your roofer to repair.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can every flat roof be tested?
Not every roof is suitable. Certain membranes are conductive, and some build-ups lack a suitable layer below. If your roof will not work, we will say so at the start.
Common roof problems in Fernham
Holes in a membrane frequently come from feet, tools or debris. Some are too small to see, but still let water through.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Damage from equipment installers
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their insurance cover
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring