Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in North Hayling, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in North Hayling, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Damage from equipment installers
How the survey changes by roof type
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Pinholes in a coating can let water through. Where the roof suits it, testing can find them.
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous felt and modified bitumen membranes are common. The build-up decides which method will work.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in North Hayling
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It uses a small electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. You get a photo-illustrated written report of each breach found. We survey single-ply roofs, commercial flat roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing, and common reasons people get in touch are new membranes needing a check before handover and leaks that return after repairs.
Somewhere as small as North Hayling, 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. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof membrane, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- North Hayling (PO11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near North Hayling
Also in North Hayling
What electronic leak detection looks like in North Hayling
North Hayling is within about 1 mile 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. With Warblington Castle about 1.5 miles north, North Hayling sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For landlords with property near Warblington station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Anyone responsible for a site like The Hayling College will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
North Hayling is about 3 miles south of Havant, in Hampshire. Bookings from North Hayling are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small.
All of PO11 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on Church Lane, St Peter's Road and St Peter's Avenue. Other places close to North Hayling include Northney (1 mile north), Tye (1 mile south), Stoke (1 mile west), Warblington (1 mile north) and Langstone (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (8 miles west), Havant (3 miles north), Fareham (10 miles west), Horndean (6 miles north), Waterlooville (5 miles north-west) and Petersfield (13 miles north).
Near you in North Hayling
Around North Hayling, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Eames Farm and the streets around them. North Hayling’s nearest station is Warblington station, roughly 2.1 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.4 miles north-west) and Warblington Castle (1.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hayling Billy.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. In a place like North Hayling, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in North Hayling
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like North Hayling can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Questions from North Hayling
Do you cover smaller places like North Hayling?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I find out if my home in North Hayling is listed?
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.
What’s in the report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Is the repair part of the test?
No. We test the membrane and report. You get the breach locations with photos so your roofer can fix them.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a proper look at the flat roof membrane, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Areas we cannot reach or that cannot be tested
- How wet the insulation is
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in North Hayling
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes