Hampshire · London and the South East
Laverstoke Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes around Laverstoke, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
How electronic leak detection works in Laverstoke
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work and parts may need to be lifted. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing is not possible, we’ll say so. If you’ve noticed leaks through a covered membrane and waterproofing to test before it’s covered, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Laverstoke may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Laverstoke (RG28)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Laverstoke
Seams are a common weak point in flat roof waterproofing. Small openings at laps can leak for months before it shows.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Leaks that return after repairs
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- Leaks showing away from the breach
If you own a rental within reach of Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Before you book anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What exactly goes into their report
- When you’ll get the report
Useful tips for Laverstoke property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Limit access to the roof
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Have roof specifications to hand
The report records each breach location with photos. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof membrane as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. For a village or hamlet like Laverstoke, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets in another room
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Laverstoke
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords and agents in Laverstoke book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane, useful for planning maintenance.
Why it is worth a survey now in Laverstoke
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out so attention can go to the right place. Outbuildings and barns around Laverstoke are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Laverstoke
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent view of the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Also near Laverstoke
Also in Laverstoke
Prices for electronic leak detection in Laverstoke
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
For a price for your roof in Laverstoke, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Electronic leak detection in Laverstoke: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. 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.
If you live in an older home near St Nicholas' Church, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Anyone responsible for a site like Testbourne Community School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Laverstoke is about 8 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. We carry out electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Laverstoke. Across Hampshire, we cover Laverstoke and the places around it. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RG28 is covered for electronic leak detection. You’ll find streets such as Laverstoke Lane and Florence Portal Close. Other places close to Laverstoke include Freefolk (1 mile north-west), Wells-in-the-Field (1 mile west), Southington (1 mile north-east), Whitchurch (2 miles west) and Overton (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (8 miles west), Alton (15 miles east), Tadley (11 miles north-east) and Hook (15 miles east).
Around Laverstoke
The closest station to Laverstoke is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 1.7 miles west of the centre.
FAQs for Laverstoke
Is Laverstoke in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Laverstoke 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 Laverstoke is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Can every flat roof be tested?
Not every roof is suitable. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. If your roof won’t work, we’ll say so before testing.
How do I book a survey in Laverstoke?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.