Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Ibthorpe, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection in Ibthorpe from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
Electronic leak detection in Ibthorpe: what you get
You get a report showing the location of each breach, with photographs. It tells your roofer exactly where to repair rather than guessing. Repair costs aren’t part of the report; that is for your roofer to price. 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 flat roof membranes, roof terraces and balconies and commercial flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and gaps at membrane joints.
Somewhere as small as Ibthorpe, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Ibthorpe (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
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
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
When to book a survey in Ibthorpe
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. Small openings at laps can leak long before anyone notices.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their insurance cover
The survey, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it usually takes as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Rural addresses near Ibthorpe can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Ibthorpe
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in Ibthorpe
Is Ibthorpe in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Ibthorpe is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Ibthorpe is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We’ll explain why when we quote.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Is the repair part of the test?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. The report gives your roofer the locations.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
Flat roofs in Ibthorpe
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. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Historic houses such as Stargroves, about 4.9 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Ibthorpe goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Ibthorpe is about 5 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Surveys in Ibthorpe work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Ibthorpe is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of SP11 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Hurstbourne Tarrant (1 mile south-east), Stoke (2 miles south-east), Upper Enham (2 miles south), Wildhern (2 miles south-west) and Little London (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (5 miles south), Tadley (15 miles east), Tidworth (9 miles west), Kempshott (14 miles east) and Ludgershall (7 miles west).
Landmarks near Ibthorpe
We work in homes and buildings around George And Dragon Public House. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.9 miles south). For a walk, there’s Anton Lakes and Pilot Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Finding the breach sooner limits that. Around Ibthorpe, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Don’t let outlets block
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Test new membranes before covering them
After your roofer repairs the breaches, a retest can confirm them, where the roof still suits the method.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.