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Electronic Leak Detection in Postcombe
Wondering about the flat roof membrane at a property in Postcombe? We carry out electronic leak detection in Postcombe and across Oxfordshire.
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks showing away from the breach
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Postcombe
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or to test a new membrane before it’s covered. Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. We can test on weekdays and at weekends, depending on the weather. Just ask about your roof. We survey commercial flat roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies, and the problems we are asked to look at most are repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and breaches hidden under paving or planting.
Somewhere as small as Postcombe, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof membrane on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Postcombe (OX9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Sections we cannot safely access
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Postcombe
Is Postcombe in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Postcombe?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
How do you choose the testing method?
The method is chosen to suit the roof. Low-voltage methods are usually carried out on a wet roof and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Is the repair part of the test?
No. We test the membrane and report. The report shows where each breach is so your roofer can fix them.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Somewhere as small as Postcombe, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job 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, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Flat and commercial roofs around Postcombe
About 0.8 miles west lies Adwell House, a reminder of how long the area around Postcombe has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Postcombe is about 4 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in Postcombe and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Postcombe is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for electronic leak detection. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Electronic leak detection in OX9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on London Road, Salt Lane and Beech Farm Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include South Weston (1 mile south-west), Aston Rowant (1 mile east), Lewknor (1 mile south), Kingston Blount (2 miles east) and Crowell (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (12 miles west), Didcot (13 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles west), Thame (4 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south) and Benson (7 miles south-west).
What’s near Postcombe
Typical jobs here are in homes near England's Rose pub and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Thame Community Hospital (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Aston Rowant NNR and Bald Hill.
What affects the price in Postcombe
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
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 when budgeting.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- 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.