Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Ibworth, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection in Ibworth from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks that return after repairs
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Electronic leak detection in Ibworth: what you get
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work, and some may need lifting. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we will say so. We survey flat roof membranes, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies, and people most frequently book us about holes left by work on the roof and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Ibworth take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Ibworth (RG26, RG23)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Some breaches are too small to see. Electronic testing can find breaches you cannot see by eye, on suitable membranes. In a place like Ibworth, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
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. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Electronic leak detection in Ibworth: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. The Vyne, about 4.8 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ibworth. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Ibworth is about 4 miles west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We carry out electronic leak detection in Ibworth for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Ibworth is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the RG26 and RG23 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Newfound (2 miles south-east), Oakley (2 miles south), Worting (3 miles south-east), Buckskin (3 miles south-east) and Winklebury (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles east), Fleet (15 miles east), Andover (14 miles west), Alton (13 miles south-east), Tadley (5 miles north) and Hook (10 miles east).
Near you in Ibworth
Ibworth’s nearest station is Overton station, about 3.5 miles south-west. A little further out are Park Prewett Hospital (3.1 miles east).
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. Cottages and farmhouses around Ibworth often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Ibworth
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Many are tiny but water still finds them.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Stains far from any visible defect
If you let a flat or house near Overton station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Nearby places to Ibworth
What else we do in Ibworth
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
ELD often works on single-ply membranes but it depends on the product and layers.
EPDM rubber roofs
ELD on EPDM depends on the product and the layers. We check before we quote.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Ibworth
Will you come out to Ibworth?
Yes, Ibworth is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is Ibworth in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Ibworth is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property.
How does ELD work?
ELD passes a small electrical current across the roof to locate holes in the membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached so we can pinpoint it.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
Testing normally takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.