Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Skinner's Hill, Isle of Wight
An experienced roof surveyor for electronic leak detection in Skinner's Hill. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Skinner's Hill
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing, not every cause of water getting in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so. It will not show water getting in through brickwork or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We’ll point you to the likely next step. Common reasons to book are waterproofing to test before it’s covered and leaks under green or ballasted roofs, on liquid-applied waterproofing, roof terraces and balconies and green roofs.
In a small place like Skinner's Hill, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. 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 usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Skinner's Hill (PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Skinner's Hill
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole which makes it hard to find by looking.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Holes left by work on the roof
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints' Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their insurance cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Nearby places to Skinner's Hill
Other services in Skinner's Hill
When you need someone else
A survey is a careful look at the flat roof membrane, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Some conductive membranes
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Moisture spread under the membrane
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Find the breach before more patching
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
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. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Skinner's Hill
Skinner's Hill lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. The wider area around Skinner's Hill has a long history of building, with Haseley Manor about 1.2 miles west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Anyone responsible for a site like Newchurch Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you let a flat or house near Sandown station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Skinner's Hill is about 5 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Skinner's Hill is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight, large and small. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the PO36 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Whether your property is on Skinner's Hill and Hill Top or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Skinner's Hill: Queen's Bower (1 mile south-east), Alverstone Garden Village (1 mile north-east), Alverstone (1 mile east), Lake (2 miles south-east) and Sandown (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south), East Cowes (7 miles north-west) and Oakfield (4 miles north-east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Near you in Skinner's Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sandown Bay Academy and The Pointer Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Skinner's Hill is Sandown station, roughly 1.7 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2 miles south-east) and Sandown Castle (2.3 miles east). For a walk, there’s Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Skinner's Hill
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents and landlords in Skinner's Hill book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane, useful for planning maintenance.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber roofs
ELD on EPDM depends on the product and the layers. We check this first.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Small holes in liquid waterproofing may leak. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
How it works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. For a village or hamlet like Skinner's Hill, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Questions from Skinner's Hill
Is my home in Skinner's Hill listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is the coastal weather around Skinner's Hill hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What’s the price of ELD?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. Size, build-up and access all affect the price. For a quote, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.