Hampshire · London and the South East
Morestead Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection across Morestead, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
Electronic leak detection in Morestead
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before 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 will say so. Typical surveys look at leaking laps in the waterproofing and new membranes needing a check before handover, across liquid-applied waterproofing, flat roof membranes and single-ply roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Morestead are 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. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Morestead (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection looks like in Morestead
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For landlords with property near Shawford station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Morestead is about 3 miles south-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Morestead across London and South East England. Morestead is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for electronic leak detection. Southampton is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the SO21 postcode area for electronic leak detection. We cover properties on Morestead Road and Jackman's Hill and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Owslebury Bottom (1 mile south), Owslebury (1 mile south), Baybridge (2 miles south-east), Hensting (2 miles south) and Temple Valley (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north-west), Eastleigh (5 miles south-west), Fareham (13 miles south), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (13 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Morestead
The closest station to Morestead is Shawford station, about 2.4 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include St John's Rooms And Chapel (2.7 miles north-west) and Wolvesey Castle (2.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Morestead include Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Morestead, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, you let us know about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Find the breach before more patching
Once repairs are made, the roof can be tested again if you want to check them, where the roof still suits the method.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Questions from Morestead
Do you cover smaller places like Morestead?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Morestead?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you repair the leak?
No. We test the membrane and report. The report shows where each breach is for your roofer to repair.
What does electronic leak detection do?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through so we can pinpoint it.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when booking.
Why act early in Morestead
Not every leak is in the membrane. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. In a small place like Morestead, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Morestead
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common roof problems in Morestead
On a flat roof, water spreads under the waterproofing. The leak may show some distance from where water gets in which makes it hard to find by looking.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
Take an older house close to Morestead Church: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their report turnaround times
- What insurance they carry
- Their track record with similar roofs