Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Gaskins Electronic Leak Detection
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Gaskins, with photographs and a written report.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Water coming in under a flat roof
Leave it or get it looked at?
Testing a new membrane before it’s covered is easier than tracing a leak later. Once layers are added, finding a breach is harder. Around Gaskins, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Gaskins
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Gaskins
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Gaskins and the rest of London and South East England. A visit normally 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. The results come in a written report with photos. Typical surveys look at leaks that return after repairs and breaches hidden under paving or planting, across roof terraces and balconies, liquid-applied waterproofing and green roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Gaskins are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. 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.
- Place
- Gaskins (PO33, PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the flat roof membrane, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Fixing the holes we find
- Some conductive membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
Common roof problems in Gaskins
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Engineers fitting equipment, solar panels or aerials may leave damage behind.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
Take an older house close to St Catherine-by-the-Green: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Gaskins: your questions answered
Will you come out to Gaskins?
Yes, Gaskins is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Gaskins listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How is ELD priced?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. For a quote, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How do I book a survey in Gaskins?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
It typically takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Flat roofs in Gaskins
Gaskins is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Landlords with a home close to Brading station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Nunwell House lies about 1.7 miles south-west, so building around Gaskins goes back a long way. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Gaskins is about 3 miles south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Gaskins and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in PO33 and PO36 is covered for electronic leak detection. Other places close to Gaskins include St Helens (1 mile north-east), Brading (1 mile south-west), Yarbridge (2 miles south-west), Morton (2 miles south-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (3 miles north-west), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). If you are somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning, so mention it as you book.
Local landmarks in Gaskins
In Gaskins, that means homes and buildings near The Vine Inn, among other places. The closest station to Gaskins is Brading station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (2.7 miles south) and Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (1.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Brading Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey normally takes a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote. In a small place like Gaskins, 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. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, you let us know about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What else we do in Gaskins
How the survey changes by roof type
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Pinholes in a coating can let water through. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Some methods can work through these layers but it depends on the layers.