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Electronic leak detection in Jericho, Oxfordshire
Electronic leak detection in Jericho from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Failed seams and laps
How electronic leak detection works in Jericho
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help because they show what’s under the surface. We will tell you if the roof can’t be tested. We survey commercial flat roofs, flat roof membranes and roof terraces and balconies, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are holes around roof penetrations and leaks that return after repairs.
Flat roofs in smaller places like Jericho can be more exposed, especially where nothing shelters them, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Jericho (OX1, OX2)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
For a price for your roof in Jericho, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Jericho, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Jericho questions
Is my home in Jericho listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Jericho, such as hotels?
Yes, commercial buildings, hotels included, are part of the work. Roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Do you use low-voltage or high-voltage testing?
The method is chosen to suit the roof. Low-voltage testing usually needs a wet surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane.
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber roofs
Some EPDM membranes conduct electricity, which can rule out some methods. We will say if the test won’t work.
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Testing may still be possible, depending on the build-up.
What happens on the day
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 a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote. A visit to Jericho is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photographs in a report for your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Flat roofs in Jericho
Holywell Manor, about 0.9 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Jericho. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
Landlords with a home close to Oxford station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Hotels and guest houses near Jericho can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Jericho is about 2 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We cover Jericho and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Jericho.
Electronic leak detection in OX1 and OX2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Abbey Road, Combe Road and Pusey Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Jericho include the A4144, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Jericho include Walton Manor (1 mile north), St John Street area (1 mile south-east), Park Town (1 mile north-east), Norham Manor (1 mile north-east) and Osney (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (11 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Jericho
Around Jericho, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Oxford University Parks, The Rickety Press pub and The Eckersley School of English and the streets around them. You’ll also find Oxford Academy (1.1 miles north) and Somerville College Library (less than half a mile east). Jericho’s nearest station is Oxford station, roughly 0.5 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Oxford University Press Museum (within half a mile south-east) and Clarendon Shopping Centre (0.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds and Harcourt Hill.
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Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Do not leave water getting in
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Find the breach before more patching
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. We can talk you through the findings.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Jericho
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole which makes it hard to find by looking.
Common reasons to book include:
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
If you look after a building such as St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their insurance cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours