Hampshire · London and the South East
Portmore Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Portmore and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Portmore
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Electronic leak detection in Portmore: what you get
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Portmore and across London and South East England. A visit typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey roof terraces and balconies, single-ply roofs and green roofs, and people most often book us about breaches hidden under paving or planting and holes around roof penetrations.
In a village or hamlet like Portmore, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Portmore (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Electronic leak detection around Portmore
Portmore lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Portmore has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use.
For landlords with property near Lymington Town station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Portmore, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use. Beaulieu Palace House, about 4.5 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Portmore. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, frequently re-covered more than once.
Portmore is about 2 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. We carry out electronic leak detection in Portmore for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across Hampshire, we cover Portmore and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the SO41 postcode area for electronic leak detection. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Warborne Lane, Jordans Lane and Main Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Warborne (1 mile west), Pilley (1 mile north-west), Bull Hill (1 mile north), Pilley Bailey (1 mile north) and Walhampton (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (10 miles north), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Romsey (15 miles north) and Hythe (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Portmore
We work in homes and buildings around William Gilpin Church of England Primary School, Priestlands School and Walhampton Arms and the streets around them. The closest station to Portmore is Lymington Town station, about 1.1 miles south-west. A little further out are Lymington New Forest Hospital (1 mile south-west) and Yarmouth Castle (4.8 miles south). Open spaces near Portmore include Boldre Foreshore.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. For a village or hamlet like Portmore, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You let us know about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Some breaches are too small to see. ELD picks up breaches a visual check might miss where the roof suits it. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Prices for electronic leak detection in Portmore
We confirm the exact price before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The roof’s overall size
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- House, block, shop or office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- When you need the report by
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Useful tips for Portmore property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Limit access to the roof
- Don’t leave water getting in
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.
Common questions in Portmore
Is my home in Portmore listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Portmore?
Yes, commercial buildings, hotels included, are part of the work. Roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
What does electronic leak detection do?
The waterproofing membrane normally stops an electrical current, but a hole lets it through. That lets us find breaches that are too small to see.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Portmore?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
Testing normally takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote.
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.
Nearby places to Portmore
Other services in Portmore
Roof by roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Pinholes in a coating can let water through. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
Inverted and paved roofs
We’ll tell you if your inverted or paved roof isn’t suitable.