Hampshire · London and the South East
Kitwood Electronic Leak Detection
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you spend money on it. Electronic leak detection in Kitwood, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
How electronic leak detection works in Kitwood
ELD suits many waterproofing membranes on flat roofs, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or check a new membrane before handover. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. We can test on weekdays and at weekends, depending on the weather. Just ask about your roof. We survey liquid-applied waterproofing, roof terraces and balconies and flat roof membranes, and common reasons people get in touch are breaches around outlets and penetrations and damage from equipment installers.
In a small place like Kitwood, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Kitwood (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Kitwood
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Useful tips for Kitwood property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Don’t keep patching the same spot
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
Questions about the results are welcome. We will explain what was found and what it means.
Check contractors protect the waterproofing when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Also near Kitwood
Also in Kitwood
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Around Kitwood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Different roofs, different checks
Inverted and paved roofs
A terrace or paved roof hides the waterproofing. Suitability depends on the layers.
Single-ply membranes
ELD frequently works on single-ply membranes, depending on the type and build-up.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Kitwood
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. About 3.8 miles north lies Bentworth Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Kitwood has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you live in an older home near Church of the Good Shepherd, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Anyone responsible for a site like Four Marks Church of England Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Kitwood is about 5 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Kitwood as part of our work across London and South East England. Kitwood is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. There is also a page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Kitwood: Gilbert Street (1 mile south-west), Charlwood (1 mile south-east), North Street (1 mile west), Monkwood (2 miles south) and Ropley (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Fleet (15 miles north-east), Horndean (13 miles south), Alton (5 miles north-east) and Waterlooville (14 miles south).
Local landmarks in Kitwood
Other landmarks nearby include Alton Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-east) and Barton Castle (4.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Shutts Copse and Red Hill.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Locating it early helps limit the damage. In a small place like Kitwood, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys seven days a week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Kitwood: your questions answered
Do you cover Kitwood?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Kitwood is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kitwood?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does ELD work under paving or planting?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. What sits on the membrane affects the method so we check the roof first.
What is electronic leak detection?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through so we can pinpoint it.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Tell us what you know about the roof and we’ll confirm suitability.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.