Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Pilley, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Pilley. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Holes around roof penetrations
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
Why get it checked now?
Repeated call-outs for the same leak add up. A report showing the breach points gives your roofer a clear target. In a small place like Pilley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
About our electronic leak detection in Pilley
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use, and some may need lifting. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. We will tell you if the roof can’t be tested. If you’ve noticed water coming in under a flat roof and repairs that haven’t stopped the leak, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Pilley, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Pilley (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What electronic leak detection does not cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Repairing the breaches (that’s for your roofer)
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up is not suitable
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Flat roofs in Pilley
Pilley is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you live in an older home near Saint Nicholas Chapel, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. With Beaulieu Palace House about 4.4 miles north-east, the area around Pilley has a long history. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Pilley is about 2 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. Pilley is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Hampshire, we cover Pilley and the places around it. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO41 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on Pilley Street, Burnt House Lane and May Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Pilley include Pilley Bailey (1 mile north-east), Warborne (1 mile south-west), Bull Hill (1 mile east), Portmore (1 mile south-east) and Boldre (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east) and Romsey (15 miles north).
Near you in Pilley
In Pilley, that means homes and buildings near Priestlands School, The Red Lion Inn and Southlands School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Lymington Town station, about 1.5 miles south. Well-known places in the area include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (1.7 miles south) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Pilley includes Boldre Foreshore.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Around Pilley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
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, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Pilley
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. Small openings at laps can leak for months before it shows.
Common reasons to book include:
- Patched roofs that still leak
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
If you look after a building like William Gilpin Church of England Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Before you book anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- When you’ll get the report
Common questions in Pilley
Do you cover smaller places like Pilley?
Yes, Pilley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Pilley is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.