Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Hedge End
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Hedge End. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
How electronic leak detection works in Hedge End
ELD finds breaches in the membrane, not every cause of water getting in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. You will also know what to check next. We’re often asked to look into leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and leaks through a covered membrane, on roof terraces and balconies, flat roof membranes and liquid-applied waterproofing.
Houses around a town like Hedge End often have a flat roof somewhere, over an extension, garage, porch or dormer. Older ones are frequently felt, which often lasts around 15–20 years, while newer ones may be EPDM rubber or GRP fibreglass. Ponding water, splits along the edges and lifting upstands are the usual warning signs. Water that sits for days after rain is often the first sign a flat roof needs attention.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Hedge End (SO30, SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Some conductive membranes
- Repairing the breaches (that is for your roofer)
- Sections we can’t safely access
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
When to book a survey in Hedge End
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting hide the membrane. Electronic methods can help on some of these roofs, depending on the build-up.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damage from equipment installers
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
Landlords with a home close to Hedge End station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their report turnaround times
Electronic leak detection in Hedge End: local notes
Hedge End lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. South Stoneham House, about 3.5 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hedge End. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Shamblehurst Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Evangelist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Hedge End is about 4 miles east of Southampton, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Hedge End, we can survey the roof. Hedge End is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover.
We survey roofs across the SO30 and SO31 postcode area for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Local streets include Lynton Road, Watts Road and Dean Court, all of which we cover. You’ll find Hedge End on the A334 and B3033, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Hedge End include Thornhill (2 miles west), Harefield (2 miles west), West End (2 miles north-west), Chartwell Green (2 miles north-west) and Sholing (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (14 miles east), Eastleigh (4 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (13 miles east).
Around Hedge End
In Hedge End, that means homes and buildings near Wildern School and Wildern School. The nearest railway station is Hedge End station, about 1.2 miles north. A little further out are Netley Castle (3.6 miles south-west) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Netley Common.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
Where the evidence points to walls, copings or rooflights, we’ll note it, with a suggestion of what to check next.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents and landlords in Hedge End book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Hedge End questions
Do you cover Hedge End?
Yes, Hedge End is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Hedge End as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hedge End?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How do you choose the testing method?
The roof decides the method. We’ll explain why when we quote.
How long will testing take?
Testing normally takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you repair the leak?
No, our part is finding the breaches. The report gives your roofer the locations.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
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How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. A survey in Hedge End needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. If there is a side gate or a rear garden, let us know how to reach it. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- The testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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What a survey costs
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.