Wokingham · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Hare Hatch, Wokingham
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Hare Hatch from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
About our electronic leak detection in Hare Hatch
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It works with an electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. You get a written report with photos of each breach found. We survey flat roof membranes, roof terraces and balconies and green roofs, and people most often book us about leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and repairs that haven’t stopped the leak.
In a village or hamlet like Hare Hatch, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Hare Hatch (RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hare Hatch
Repairs in the wrong place leave the leak in place. ELD shows the actual breach points. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photos and a written report every time
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
FAQs for Hare Hatch
Do you cover Hare Hatch?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hare Hatch as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hare Hatch?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Can you find leaks on a covered flat roof?
Sometimes. It depends on the build-up and the layers above the membrane, and some may need lifting. We talk this through first.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. In a small place like Hare Hatch, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
For a price for electronic leak detection in Hare Hatch, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in Hare Hatch
New membranes can have defects from installation. Testing before the roof is covered or handed over helps find them.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
If you look after a building such as Robert Piggott CofE Infant School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their report turnaround times
Towns and villages near Hare Hatch
Other services in Hare Hatch
Flat and commercial roofs around Hare Hatch
About 4.3 miles north lies Harleyford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Hare Hatch has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
For landlords with property near Wargrave station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Hare Hatch is about 4 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. From houses to flats and shops in Hare Hatch, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: RG10. You will find streets such as Bath Road, Tag Lane and Milley Lane. We also cover the places around Hare Hatch: The Holt (1 mile north-east), Kiln Green (1 mile north-east), Ruscombe (1 mile south-west), Twyford (1 mile south-west) and Waltham St Lawrence (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (7 miles south-west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (6 miles south-west), Crowthorne (9 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Hare Hatch
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Queen Victoria pub, Loddon Nature Reserve and The Piggott School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wargrave station, roughly 1.4 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include St Mark's Hospital (4.7 miles north-east) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Weycock Hill and Hurley Chalk Pit.
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Have roof specifications to hand
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That’s something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.