Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Sibford Gower Electronic Leak Detection
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? You can book electronic leak detection in Sibford Gower and across Oxfordshire.
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
About our electronic leak detection in Sibford Gower
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Sibford Gower and the rest of London and the South East. Testing usually takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey flat roof membranes, roof terraces and balconies and commercial flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are new membranes needing a check before handover and breaches hidden under paving or planting.
Older buildings in small places like Sibford Gower may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof membrane, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Sibford Gower (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need electronic leak detection in Sibford Gower?
New membranes can have defects from installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
Take a building like Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Places near Sibford Gower
What else we do in Sibford Gower
Local flat roofs in Sibford Gower
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Historic houses such as Broughton Castle, about 4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Sibford Gower goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Church of Holy Trinity: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Sibford Gower is about 6 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We carry out electronic leak detection in Sibford Gower for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Every address in OX15 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Main Street, Colony Road and Pound Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Burdrop (1 mile east), Sibford Ferris (1 mile south-east), Swalcliffe (2 miles east), Epwell (2 miles north) and Shutford (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (6 miles east), Chipping Norton (7 miles south), Neithrop (5 miles east), Grimsbury (7 miles east), Ruscote (5 miles east) and Woodstock (14 miles south-east).
Around Sibford Gower
We work in homes and buildings around Sibford School, among other places. Nearby you will also find Broughton Castle (4 miles east). Open spaces near Sibford Gower include Castle Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
File the report with your roof paperwork. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.
Questions from Sibford Gower
Is my home in Sibford Gower 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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Sibford Gower in the area you cover?
Yes, Sibford Gower is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We’ll explain why when we quote.
What does electronic leak detection do?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through, which shows us where the hole is.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Sibford Gower, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, you let us know about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- We test the membrane and find where current is passing through it.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Inverted and paved roofs
A terrace or paved roof hides the waterproofing. Suitability depends on the layers.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Testing a liquid-applied roof depends on what’s beneath the coating.
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.