Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Rake
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Rake. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks that return after repairs
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. In a hamlet or village like Rake, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- 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.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Related advice
About our electronic leak detection in Rake
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage methods usually need a wet roof surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof, and we’ll explain our choice. If neither method suits your roof, we’ll tell you before any testing starts. Common reasons to book are punctures from foot traffic or tools and new membranes needing a check before handover, on single-ply roofs, roof terraces and balconies and green roofs.
In a small place like Rake, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Rake (GU33)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in Rake
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you own a rental within reach of Liss station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. Take a building like Rake CofE Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Rake is about 4 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Rake is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Hampshire coverage includes Rake. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We cover every part of the GU33 postcode area for electronic leak detection. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on London Road, Brewells Lane and St Patrick's Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include The Mint (1 mile north-west), Hill Brow (1 mile south-west), Liss (1 mile west), Liss Forest (1 mile north-west) and West Liss (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (14 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south-west), Aldershot (15 miles north), Alton (9 miles north-west), Waterlooville (14 miles south-west) and Petersfield (4 miles south-west).
What’s near Rake
In Rake, that means homes and buildings near The Sun Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Rake is Liss station, about 1.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Chase Community Hospital (4.2 miles north). For a walk, there’s Liss Riverside Railway Walk North and Wheeler's Down.
Practical tips
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
- Limit access to the roof
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. Your roofer can advise on that, and moisture readings can help.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks left running can wet the insulation and deck. Locating it early helps limit the damage. In a place like Rake, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What we are asked to look at in Rake
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. Small openings at laps can leak for months before it shows.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
The streets around a church such as Rake Mission Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
How we price electronic leak detection
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
We’ll normally ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Rake
Is Rake within the area you cover?
Yes. Rake is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rake?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
On some roofs, yes. Covered roofs limit the methods we can use so we look at the roof first.
Will you repair the leak?
No, our part is finding the breaches. The report gives your roofer the locations.
How do you choose the testing method?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage testing usually needs a wet surface and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.