Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Hatherden, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Hatherden. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Damage from equipment installers
Electronic leak detection around Hatherden
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. If your home is older, it’s 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.
For landlords with property near Andover station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take a building like Hatherden Church of England Primary School: a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. The streets around a church like Christchurch are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Hatherden is about 3 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Surveys in Hatherden work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Every address in SP11 is within our area for electronic leak detection. That includes homes and businesses on Hatherden Lane, The Close and Hatchet Lane. We also cover Clanville (1 mile west), Foxcotte (2 miles south), Tangley (2 miles north-west), Penton Mewsey (2 miles south-west) and Charlton (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Andover (3 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south-east), Ludgershall (5 miles west) and Whitchurch (8 miles east).
Around Hatherden
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Hare & Hounds pub and Harrow Way Community School. The closest station to Hatherden is Andover station, about 2.9 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south) and Andover Museum (3.2 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
Electronic leak detection in Hatherden
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. It can find holes too small to spot by eye, so your roofer can repair them. The results come in a report with photos. If you’ve noticed leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and punctures from foot traffic or tools, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Hatherden take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Hatherden (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Nearby places to Hatherden
What else we do in Hatherden
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It usually takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. In a small place like Hatherden, access is typically 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.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Why act early in Hatherden
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Finding the breach sooner limits that. For older village homes like those around Hatherden, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Hatherden, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Landlords and agents in Hatherden book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof membrane, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Roof by roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Testing before planting or ballast goes on is simpler.
Single-ply membranes
Punctures from foot traffic and equipment are common on single-ply roofs. ELD can locate them.
Common questions in Hatherden
Do you cover smaller places like Hatherden?
Yes, Hatherden is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hatherden?
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.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Tell us about the roof and where it leaks. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email for a quote.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How does ELD work?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through, which shows us where the hole is.
How we price electronic leak detection
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.