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Electronic leak detection in Great Shoddesden, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection in Great Shoddesden from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Holes left by work on the roof
- New membranes needing a check before handover
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Limit access to the roof
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Electronic leak detection in Great Shoddesden
A leak in a flat roof often shows up a long way from where the water gets in. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. Electronic leak detection tests the membrane itself and locates the breach. We test and report and leave the repair to your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. The results then follow in a written report with photos. Common reasons to book are gaps at membrane joints and punctures from foot traffic or tools, across roof terraces and balconies, flat roof membranes and single-ply roofs.
In a small place like Great Shoddesden, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently 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.
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
- Great Shoddesden (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
A survey is a close look at the flat roof membrane, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Fixing the holes we find
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
Questions from Great Shoddesden
Do you carry out roof surveys in Great Shoddesden?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is my home in Great Shoddesden listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What is electronic leak detection?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached, which shows us where the hole is.
What do I do with the report?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Share any details you have and we will check whether ELD will work.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM rubber roofs frequently last 30–50 years, but can still be punctured.
Inverted and paved roofs
Paving and terraces cover the membrane. Suitability depends on the layers.
Nearby places to Great Shoddesden
Also in Great Shoddesden
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Around Great Shoddesden, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
For a price for electronic leak detection in Great Shoddesden, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Great Shoddesden
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Flat roofs in Great Shoddesden
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. 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. 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. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you let a flat or house near Grateley station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you look after a building such as Ludgershall Castle Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Great Shoddesden is about 6 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Great Shoddesden and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Great Shoddesden is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for electronic leak detection. There’s also a page for Southampton.
We survey roofs across SP11 for electronic leak detection. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Perham Down (1 mile west), Ludgershall (1 mile north-west), Kimpton (1 mile south) and Tidworth (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Andover (6 miles east), Whitchurch (12 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Overton (15 miles east), Picket Piece (7 miles east) and Picket Twenty (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Great Shoddesden
We work in homes and buildings around The Wellington Academy, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Grateley station, about 4.9 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Ludgershall Castle (1.4 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Quarley Hill.