Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in North Charford, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for North Charford and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Patched roofs that still leak
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
About our electronic leak detection in North Charford
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in North Charford and across London and the South East. Testing usually takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey single-ply roofs, green roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing, and common reasons people get in touch are damp inside with no sign on the roof and water coming in under a flat roof.
In a village or hamlet like North Charford, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- North Charford (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
North Charford: your questions answered
Is my home in North Charford listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like North Charford?
Yes, North Charford is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How do I book a survey in North Charford?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Will you repair the leak?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. Your roofer uses the report to target the repair.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Flat roofs in North Charford
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. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. About 2.8 miles west lies Breamore House, a reminder of how long the area around North Charford has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
North Charford is in Hampshire. In North Charford, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. North Charford is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SP6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Carter's Close, Tethering Drove and Hale Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Hatchet Green (1 mile west) and Hale (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Totton (10 miles east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles east), Romsey (10 miles east), New Milton (15 miles south), Ringwood (9 miles south) and Marchwood (13 miles south-east).
Around North Charford
Around North Charford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Woodfalls Inn and The Trafalgar School at Downton. Nearby you’ll also find Salisbury District Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Downton Moot Close (1.6 miles north-west).
Towns and villages near North Charford
Also in North Charford
Practical tips
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Limit access to the roof
- Keep outlets clear of debris
Questions about the results are welcome. We can talk you through the findings.
Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we set out in the quote. Rural addresses near North Charford can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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 ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in North Charford
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What we’re asked to look at in North Charford
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gaps at membrane joints
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Leaks that return after repairs
If you look after a building such as Hale Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Is VAT included in the price?
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Height and safe access
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
For a price for electronic leak detection in North Charford, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.