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Electronic leak detection in Setley, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you spend money on it. Electronic leak detection in Setley.
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
FAQs for Setley
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Setley?
It can do. Setley is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Setley?
Yes, we cover commercial roofs as well as homes. Access to the roof is sorted out with whoever manages the building before the day.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
What do I do with the report?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
How much time does ELD need?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. You will know roughly how long before we start.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How electronic leak detection works in Setley
Water can travel under a flat roof membrane before it shows inside. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. ELD tests the waterproofing directly and locates the breach. We test and report and leave the repair to your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. We then send you the results in a written report. Typical surveys look at patched roofs that still leak and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings, on green roofs, commercial flat roofs and flat roof membranes.
Somewhere as small as Setley, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof membrane, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Setley (SO42)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Electronic leak detection in Setley: local notes
Setley is within about 4 miles of the coast, 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. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Anyone responsible for a site like Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For hotels and guest houses around Setley, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Setley is about 4 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. Bookings from Setley are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
All of SO42 is within our area for electronic leak detection. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Tilebarn Lane and Lymington Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Brockenhurst (1 mile north), South Weirs (1 mile west), Balmerlawn (1 mile north), Lyndhurst (5 miles north) and Emery Down (5 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Lymington (4 miles south) and Romsey (13 miles north).
Near you in Setley
We work in homes and buildings around Foresters Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Brockenhurst station, about 0.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (3.6 miles south) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (2.9 miles south-east).
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Do not leave water getting in
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
Once repairs are made, the roof can be tested again if you want to check them, where the roof still suits the method.
Act on leaks quickly. Water under a membrane can spread.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Carrying out the repair work
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
Towns and villages near Setley
Other services in Setley
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM rubber roofs often last 30–50 years, but can still be punctured.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices and units have single-ply roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes frequently appear.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere like Setley needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Setley, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Setley
Landlords, agents and building managers in Setley and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.