Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Stoke, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Stoke, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaks that return after repairs
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
Electronic leak detection in Stoke
You get a report showing the location of each breach, with photographs. Your roofer can then repair those points rather than guessing. Repair costs aren’t part of the report, so your roofer prices the work. Testing again after repairs can confirm the breaches have been dealt with if the build-up allows. You get a report with photos. We survey roof terraces and balconies, flat roof membranes and commercial flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and water coming in under a flat roof.
In a small place like Stoke, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Stoke (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Share any drawings of the roof
Questions about the results are welcome. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. It is easier to find holes before more layers are added.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Somewhere as small as Stoke, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
Prices for electronic leak detection in Stoke
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
FAQs for Stoke
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stoke?
Yes, Stoke is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Stoke?
Yes. Stoke is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
Not every roof is suitable. Certain membranes are conductive and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. We will tell you if yours isn’t suitable before testing.
Is the repair part of the test?
No. ELD is testing only. The report shows where each breach is for your roofer to repair.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks left running can wet the insulation and deck. Finding the breach sooner limits that. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Stoke, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- A report with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Visits on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Electronic leak detection around Stoke
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Take a building like St Mary Bourne Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Stoke is about 5 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. Stoke is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Hampshire, we cover Stoke. You can also see our page for Reading.
All of SP11 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Chapel Lane, Crabtree Lane and Stoke Hill, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Hurstbourne Tarrant (2 miles north-west), Little London (2 miles south-west), Ibthorpe (2 miles north-west), Smannell (2 miles south-west) and Upper Enham (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (14 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south), Andover (5 miles south-west), Tadley (14 miles north-east), Hyde (14 miles south) and Popley (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Stoke
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to White Hart pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, roughly 4.1 miles south-east. A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.6 miles south-west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Stoke include Anton Lakes and Sidown Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Inverted and paved roofs
We will tell you if your inverted or paved roof isn’t suitable.
Green and ballasted roofs
Green roofs and ballasted roofs cover the waterproofing. Testing may still be possible, depending on the build-up.