Hampshire · London and the South East
Lee-on-the-Solent Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection in Lee-on-the-Solent, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
Common questions in Lee-on-the-Solent
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lee-on-the-Solent?
It can do. Lee-on-the-Solent is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is Lee-on-the-Solent within the area you cover?
Yes. Lee-on-the-Solent is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How does ELD work?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, but a hole lets it through. That’s how we locate breaches you can’t see.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How do I book a survey in Lee-on-the-Solent?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Lee-on-the-Solent
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It works with an electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there’s a breach. It can find holes too small to spot by eye so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. We survey green roofs, commercial flat roofs and roof terraces and balconies, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are stains far from any visible defect and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
In smaller places like Lee-on-the-Solent, flat roofs are mostly on extensions, garages, porches and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let a good many water into the room below. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Lee-on-the-Solent (PO13)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Lee-on-the-Solent
Patching where you think the leak is frequently misses it. ELD shows the actual breach points. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Lee-on-the-Solent, so it’s useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A report with photos
See our cost guide or our case studies.
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Homes around Lee-on-the-Solent often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
For a price for electronic leak detection in Lee-on-the-Solent, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
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Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Do not let outlets block
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Record dates and spots where water appears
Where the evidence points to walls, copings or rooflights, we will note it, with a suggestion of what to check next.
Consider testing a new membrane before it is covered. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.
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When you need someone else
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Lee-on-the-Solent
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
Flat and commercial roofs around Lee-on-the-Solent
Lee-on-the-Solent is within about 1 mile of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Osborne House, about 4.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lee-on-the-Solent. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, often re-covered more than once. If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Lee-on-the-Solent is about 2 miles west of Gosport, in Hampshire. Lee-on-the-Solent is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire.
All of PO13 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets like High Street, Victoria Square and Wheatcroft Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Crofton (1 mile north), Peel Common (1 mile north), Rowner (2 miles north-east), Bridgemary (2 miles north-east) and Gosport (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Havant (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (13 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-west) and Hedge End (9 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Lee-on-the-Solent
We work in homes and buildings around Crofton School and Baycroft School and the streets around them. The closest station to Lee-on-the-Solent is Fareham station, roughly 3.5 miles north. A little further out are Fareham Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (2.1 miles east). The countryside around Lee-on-the-Solent includes West of the River Alver.
When to book a survey in Lee-on-the-Solent
Repeated leaks after repairs suggest the real breach hasn’t been found. ELD can locate the breach more precisely.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Patched roofs that still leak
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Holes left by work on the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Fareham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What experience they bring
- Their report turnaround times
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lee-on-the-Solent
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.