West Berkshire · London and the South East
Swallowfield Electronic Leak Detection
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you decide what to do next. Electronic leak detection in Swallowfield, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
When to book a survey in Swallowfield
Other trades on the roof can puncture the waterproofing. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Stains far from any visible defect
The streets around a church like Church of All Saints are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
About our electronic leak detection in Swallowfield
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It uses a small electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there is a breach. It can find holes too small to spot by eye so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. Common reasons to book are a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and repairs that haven’t stopped the leak, on single-ply roofs, flat roof membranes and liquid-applied waterproofing.
In a small place like Swallowfield, 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, typically 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.
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.
- Where
- Swallowfield (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Some conductive membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Swallowfield
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Swallowfield and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Electronic leak detection around Swallowfield
With Stratfield Saye House about 2.6 miles south-west, Swallowfield sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
Take a building like Lambs Lane Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you own a rental within reach of Mortimer station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Swallowfield is about 5 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. Whether the building in Swallowfield is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our West Berkshire coverage includes Swallowfield.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: RG7. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on The Street, Hornbeams and Fieldfare Court or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Swallowfield: Riseley (1 mile south), Spencers Wood (1 mile north), Beech Hill (2 miles west), Farley Hill (2 miles east) and Grazeley (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (13 miles west), Burghfield Common (5 miles west), Calcot (6 miles north-west), Shaw (15 miles west), Burghfield Hill (4 miles west) and Theale (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Swallowfield
We work in homes and buildings around Oakbank, Swallowfield Meadow and The Crown pub. The nearest railway station is Mortimer station, roughly 3.3 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Beaumys Castle (0.9 miles west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (5 miles north). Not far away are The Marshes Local Nature Reserve and Longwater.
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Questions from Swallowfield
Is Swallowfield in the area you cover?
Yes, Swallowfield is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Swallowfield?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
How do I book a survey in Swallowfield?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does ELD work under paving or planting?
In some cases. It depends on the build-up and the layers above the membrane, and some may need lifting. We talk this through first.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Share any details you have and we’ll check whether ELD will work.
Why get it checked now?
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is simpler. Once layers are added, finding a breach is harder. For older village homes like those around Swallowfield, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
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 the job before booking.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys on any day of the week
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Swallowfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.