Hampshire · London and the South East
Netley Electronic Leak Detection
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? We carry out electronic leak detection in Netley and across Hampshire.
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaks that return after repairs
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. In a smaller place like Netley, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Electronic leak detection in Netley
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. You get a written report with photographs of each breach found. If you’ve noticed leaks through a covered membrane and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on single-ply roofs, roof terraces and balconies and liquid-applied waterproofing alike.
In smaller places like Netley, 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. What it is covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. Ponding, splits and lifting edges are the signs to look for from a window.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Netley (SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Netley
Repeated leaks after repairs suggest the real breach hasn’t been found. Electronic testing helps pinpoint it.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
If you live in an older home near Church of St Edward the Confessor, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you will get the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their insurance cover
Questions from Netley
Is my home in Netley 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 Netley?
Yes. Netley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Share any details you have and we will confirm suitability.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Patching where you think the leak is often misses it. Testing shows where the membrane is actually breached. Arranging work in a smaller place like Netley is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Find the breach before more patching
- Limit access to the roof
- Let us know about the membrane and build-up if you know it
The report records each breach location with photos. Pass it to your roofer to repair the breach points.
Check contractors protect the waterproofing when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Places near Netley
Also in Netley
Flat and commercial roofs around Netley
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Netley, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Historic houses such as Medieval Merchant's House, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Netley goes. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For landlords with property near Netley station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Westquay, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Netley is about 3 miles north-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. Netley is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Hampshire, we cover Netley.
We cover every part of SO31 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. We cover properties on Station Road, The Crescent and Hunt Avenue. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Butlocks Heath (1 mile north-east), Hound (1 mile south-east), Weston (1 mile north-west), Old Netley (1 mile north-east) and Lowford (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (6 miles north), Fareham (7 miles east), Horndean (15 miles east) and Totton (8 miles west).
Local landmarks in Netley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Grove Park Business and Enterprise College, Westwood Woodland Park and The Hamble School. Netley has its own railway station: Netley station. Well-known places in the area include Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (2.5 miles east) and Coldeast (2.8 miles east). The countryside around Netley includes Mercury Marshes.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.