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Electronic leak detection in Tiddington, Oxfordshire
Electronic leak detection in Tiddington from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Patched roofs that still leak
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Tiddington
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Tiddington and across London and South East England. Testing usually takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. You get a written report with photos. If you’re worried about failed seams and laps and damage from equipment installers, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on roof terraces and balconies, green roofs and flat roof membranes alike.
Older buildings in small places like Tiddington 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Where
- Tiddington (OX9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
For a price for your roof in Tiddington, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Nearby places to Tiddington
What else we do in Tiddington
Local flat roofs in Tiddington
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around Tiddington has a long history of building, with Adwell House about 4.5 miles south-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Helen, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Tiddington is about 4 miles west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in Tiddington, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Tiddington. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of OX9 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Oxford Road, Albury View and Brookside Close. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Albury (1 mile east), Draycott (1 mile north), Milton Common (1 mile south), Little Ickford (1 mile north) and Ickford (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (7 miles west), Didcot (12 miles south-west), Bicester (12 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles south-west), Thame (4 miles east) and Kidlington (11 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Tiddington
In Tiddington, that means homes and buildings near The Fox Inn and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Thame Community Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Waterperry Gardens Rural Museum (1.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tiddington include Wells Farm.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Use boards when working on the roof
Questions about the results are welcome. We will explain what was found and what it means.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Many breaches come from foot traffic.
Why it is worth a survey now in Tiddington
Testing a new membrane before it’s covered is easier than tracing a leak later. Once layers are added, finding a breach is harder. For older village homes like those around Tiddington, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. For a village or hamlet like Tiddington, 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.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- 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.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Tiddington questions
Will you come out to Tiddington?
Yes, Tiddington is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Tiddington?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Tiddington is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes 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.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
It typically takes a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote.