Hampshire · London and the South East
Lychpit Electronic Leak Detection
An experienced roof surveyor for electronic leak detection in Lychpit. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Leaks that return after repairs
About our electronic leak detection in Lychpit
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing but not every way water gets in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing won’t show on the test. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We’ll point you to the likely next step. We are often asked to look into water coming in under a flat roof and damage from equipment installers, on green roofs, single-ply roofs and roof terraces and balconies.
In a village or hamlet like Lychpit, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Lychpit (RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
- The address and postcode of the property
- The kind of building and roof involved
Every survey is priced before it’s 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.
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Common questions in Lychpit
How do I find out if my home in Lychpit is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Lychpit in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How is ELD priced?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. For a quote, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Lychpit?
To book, phone 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 agree a day with you.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. We test the membrane and report. The report shows where each breach is so your roofer can fix them.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What we’re asked to look at in Lychpit
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Engineers fitting equipment, solar panels or aerials may leave damage behind.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Failed seams and laps
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Stains far from any visible defect
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What insurance they carry
- What the survey will not cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Local flat roofs in Lychpit
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. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Historic houses such as The Vyne, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Lychpit goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you own a rental within reach of Basingstoke station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you run a business near Festival Place, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks.
Lychpit is about 2 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Lychpit, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RG24 postcode area for electronic leak detection. We cover properties on Park Lane, Crown Lane and Manor Lane. If you are just outside Lychpit, we cover Old Basing (1 mile east), Eastrop (1 mile west), Chineham (1 mile north), Oakridge (2 miles west) and Mapledurwell (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (13 miles east), Alton (9 miles south), Yateley (11 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Lychpit
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Costello School, Eastrop Park and The Crown Public House, among other places. The closest station to Lychpit is Basingstoke station, about 1.6 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (2.6 miles west) and Basing House (less than half a mile south). Not far away are Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote. Older roofs in small places like Lychpit can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
If we think the leak is not coming through the membrane, the report says so, so other causes can be checked.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
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Why act early in Lychpit
Not every leak is in the membrane. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out so attention can go to the right place. For older village homes like those around Lychpit, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.