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Electronic leak detection in Little Hoddington, Hampshire
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Little Hoddington, with photos and a written report.
- Failed seams and laps
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Damage from equipment installers
Electronic leak detection in Little Hoddington: what you get
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage testing is usually done with the surface wet and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed. Which one suits depends on the membrane and the layers of the roof, and we’ll explain our choice. If neither method suits your roof, we will tell you at the outset. Common reasons to book are damp inside with no sign on the roof and leaks through a covered membrane, on green roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and single-ply roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Little Hoddington, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Little Hoddington (RG25)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection does not cover
A survey is a careful look at the flat roof membrane, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up isn’t suitable
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
Nearby places to Little Hoddington
Other services in Little Hoddington
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Seams and penetrations are typical breach points.
EPDM rubber roofs
Some EPDM membranes conduct electricity which can limit electronic testing. We will say if the test won’t work.
FAQs for Little Hoddington
Is my home in Little Hoddington listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Little Hoddington?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How do you choose the testing method?
The roof decides the method. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Useful tips for Little Hoddington property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Do not keep patching the same spot
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. That is something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Chasing a leak again and again is frustrating. A clear record of where the breaches are helps break that cycle. Around Little Hoddington, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A written report with photographs
- Surveys seven days a week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a hamlet or village like Little Hoddington, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
When to book a survey in Little Hoddington
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting hide the membrane. Electronic methods can help on some of these roofs, depending on the build-up.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Leaks showing away from the breach
For landlords with property near Hook station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Before booking anyone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Are they insured for the work?
Flat roofs in Little Hoddington
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Little Hoddington is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cover Little Hoddington and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Electronic leak detection in RG25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Bidden Road, South Hill and Meadowside and the roads around them. Other places close to Little Hoddington include Bidden (1 mile east), South Warnborough (1 mile south-east), Greywell (2 miles north-east), Up Nately (2 miles north) and Long Sutton (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (6 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Little Hoddington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hoddington Arms Public House. The nearest railway station is Hook station, roughly 3.7 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Odiham Castle (2.6 miles north-east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (6 miles north-west). The countryside around Little Hoddington includes Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.