Hampshire · London and the South East
Hipley Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes across Hipley, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
Electronic leak detection in Hipley: local notes
Hipley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
The streets around a church like Church of the Holy Trinity are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Take a building like Newtown Soberton Infant School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Hipley is about 4 miles west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. We provide electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Hipley and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
We work across PO7 for electronic leak detection. We also cover the places around Hipley: Worlds End (1 mile east), Hoe Gate (1 mile north), Newtown (1 mile north-west), Southend (1 mile north) and Soberton Heath (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (7 miles south), Havant (6 miles south-east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south-west) and Horndean (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hipley
The nearest railway station is Portchester station, roughly 3.6 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Queen Alexandra Hospital (4 miles south-east) and Portchester Castle (4.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Hipley
Our ELD report shows where each breach was found with photos. Your roofer can then repair those points instead of hunting for the leak. We don’t estimate repair costs, so your roofer prices the work. A retest after repairs can check the work, where the roof still suits the method. Results come in a written report with photos. We survey roof terraces and balconies, flat roof membranes and commercial flat roofs, and people most often book us about new roofs to check before paving or planting and stains far from any visible defect.
In a village or hamlet like Hipley, 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 ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Hipley (PO7)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Cottages and farmhouses around Hipley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
How we price electronic leak detection
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Why act early in Hipley
Some breaches are too small to see. Electronic testing can find breaches you cannot see by eye where the roof suits it. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Many offices and units have single-ply roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes often appear.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid waterproofing has no laps but holes and thin areas can occur. Suitability for ELD depends on the system.
Nearby places to Hipley
Other services in Hipley
Questions from Hipley
Will you come out to Hipley?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I find out if my home in Hipley 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.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
Testing typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
Will you repair the leak?
No. ELD is testing only. The report shows where each breach is so your roofer can fix them.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
Can every flat roof be tested?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Tell us what you know about the roof and we’ll check whether ELD will work.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Hipley
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Some are too small to see but water still finds them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
If you own a rental within reach of Portchester station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What they won’t be able to tell you
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Fixing the holes we find
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing