Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Tidworth
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Tidworth, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Stains far from any visible defect
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Do not let outlets block
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Check new waterproofing before handover
You receive a report showing where each breach was found, with photographs. Pass it to your roofer to repair the breach points.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Tidworth
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or to test a new membrane before it is covered. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays when conditions allow. Tell us about your roof to find out more. We survey flat roof membranes, liquid-applied waterproofing and single-ply roofs, and people most often book us about gaps at membrane joints and leaks through a covered membrane.
Around a smaller place like Tidworth, flat roofs usually cover extensions, garages and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let plenty of water into the room below. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. Ponding, splits and lifting edges are the signs to look for from a window.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Tidworth (SP9)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Tidworth
Other services in Tidworth
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The roof’s overall size
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
What we are asked to look at in Tidworth
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Some are too small to see but water still finds them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
Take an older house close to Church of the Holy Trinity: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Before you book anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long the report takes to arrive
Roof by roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Testing before planting or ballast goes on is simpler.
Bituminous membranes
ELD is frequently possible on bituminous membranes though the layers below matter.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a smaller place like Tidworth, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- 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 we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Electronic leak detection in Tidworth: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is 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. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Wellington Academy will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Tidworth is about 8 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Tidworth gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Our Hampshire coverage includes Tidworth. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: SP9. We cover properties on Station Road, Pennings Road and Ebble Close and the roads around them. Being close to the A338 and A3026, Tidworth is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Tidworth: Perham Down (1 mile east), Ludgershall (2 miles north-east), Shipton Bellinger (2 miles south), Great Shoddesden (2 miles east) and Kimpton (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Andover (8 miles east), Whitchurch (14 miles east), East Anton (9 miles east), Picket Piece (10 miles east), Picket Twenty (9 miles east) and Finkley Down (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Tidworth
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Clarendon Infants' School. Nearby you will also find Ludgershall Castle (2.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Quarley Hill.
Tidworth: your questions answered
Is Tidworth within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tidworth?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
Sometimes. The layers on top and the build-up below decide it and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through first.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.