Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Godshill, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the flat roof membrane before you spend money on it. Electronic leak detection in Godshill, with photos and a clear written report.
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
About our electronic leak detection in Godshill
Not every flat roof suits electronic testing. Certain membranes conduct electricity and some roofs don’t have a suitable layer beneath the membrane. We’ll say if ELD will not work on your roof before any testing. Any details you have about the membrane and build-up help us decide, such as drawings or specifications. It avoids arranging a test that cannot give results. If you’ve noticed leaking laps in the waterproofing and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Godshill take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. 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. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Godshill (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
ELD on EPDM depends on the product and the layers. We check this first.
Single-ply membranes
Some single-ply membranes suit electronic testing well but it depends on the product and layers.
Common questions in Godshill
Do you cover Godshill?
Yes, Godshill is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Godshill is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. We will give you an idea when we quote.
Will you repair the leak?
No. ELD is testing only. You get the breach locations with photos so your roofer can fix them.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Local flat roofs in Godshill
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. 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 is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. With Breamore House about 2.9 miles north-west, Godshill sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Giles, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Anyone responsible for a site like The Burgate School and Sixth Form will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Godshill is in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Godshill as part of our work across London and the South East. Godshill is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Electronic leak detection in SP6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Purlieu Lane, Southampton Road and Roger Penny Way or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Sandy Balls (1 mile south-west), Criddlestyle (1 mile south-west), Blissford (1 mile south), Frogham (1 mile south) and Stuckton (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (15 miles south-east), Romsey (12 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south), Ringwood (6 miles south) and Barton on Sea (14 miles south).
Near you in Godshill
We work in homes and buildings around The Fighting Cocks pub, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Godshill Castle Hill (0.9 miles north-west) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (1.7 miles west). Not far away are Blashford Lakes.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Godshill
Landlords, agents and building managers in Godshill and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Useful tips for Godshill property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Do not leave water getting in
- Don’t let outlets block
Once repairs are made, the roof can be tested again if you want to check them, where the roof still suits the method.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.
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How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. Older roofs in small places like Godshill can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know 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.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Why get it checked now?
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. Around Godshill, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs 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
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Photos and a written report every time
- Customer satisfaction of 98%