Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Netley Marsh
Electronic leak detection in Netley Marsh from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Water coming in under a flat roof
Why act early in Netley Marsh
A visual inspection can miss tiny holes. ELD picks up breaches a visual check might miss where the roof suits it. Outbuildings and barns around Netley Marsh are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Netley Marsh
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Electronic leak detection in Netley Marsh: what you get
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes over offices, units, blocks of flats and homes. It helps trace a leak you already have or to test a new membrane before it is covered. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays when conditions allow. Let us know about your roof to find out more. We survey flat roof membranes, liquid-applied waterproofing and commercial flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and failed seams and laps.
Somewhere as small as Netley Marsh, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. 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.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Netley Marsh (SO40)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Also in Netley Marsh
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Cottages and farmhouses around Netley Marsh frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What electronic leak detection looks like in Netley Marsh
Netley Marsh is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. 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.
If you look after a building like Netley Marsh Church of England Infant School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Matthew, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Ashurst New Forest station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Netley Marsh is about 1 mile west of Totton, in Hampshire. We visit Netley Marsh as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Netley Marsh is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Surveys in SO40 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Ringwood Road and Woodlands Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Ashurst Bridge (1 mile south-east), Totton (1 mile east), Woodlands (1 mile south), Winsor (1 mile north-west) and Bartley (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Landmarks near Netley Marsh
We work in homes and buildings around Hounsdown School and The White Horse pub. The closest station to Netley Marsh is Ashurst New Forest station, about 1.8 miles south. A little further out are National Dairy Museum (1.8 miles south-east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Testwood Lakes.
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Some single-ply membranes suit electronic testing well, depending on the type and build-up.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Small holes in liquid waterproofing may leak. Where the roof suits it, testing can find them.
Netley Marsh: your questions answered
Is my home in Netley Marsh listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is the coastal weather around Netley Marsh hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Netley Marsh is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Do you work in Netley Marsh?
Yes. We survey roofs in Netley Marsh and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No, our part is finding the breaches. The report gives your roofer the locations.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Netley Marsh
Landlords, agents and building managers in Netley Marsh and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. Your roofer can advise on that and other checks can help judge it.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Feet and dropped tools are a common cause of holes.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- How wet the insulation is
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs