Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Tye
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Tye from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Gaps at membrane joints
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
About our electronic leak detection in Tye
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or check a new membrane before handover. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the weather. Let us know about your roof to find out more. If you are worried about failed seams and laps and holes around roof penetrations, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Tye are 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. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Tye (PO11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Older roofs in small places like Tye can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go 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.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Prices for electronic leak detection in Tye
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What we are asked to look at in Tye
A breach can be left during installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Gaps at membrane joints
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Before booking anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tye
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
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 around your tenants.
Nearby places to Tye
What else we do in Tye
Why act early in Tye
Cutting open a flat roof to find a leak can cause more damage. Electronic testing finds the hole first so your roofer knows where to work. Older cottages and farmhouses around Tye can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
For a price for your roof in Tye, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent look at the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
Where the evidence points to walls, copings or rooflights, we will note it, with a suggestion of what to check next.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
Flat roofs in Tye
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Tye, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Anyone responsible for a site like Mill Rythe Junior School will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Historic houses such as Warblington Castle, about 2 miles north, show how far back building around Tye goes. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan.
Tye is about 3 miles south of Havant, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Tye is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire.
We work across the PO11 postcode area for electronic leak detection. You will find streets such as Gutner Lane and Copse Lane. Other places close to Tye include North Hayling (1 mile north), Northney (1 mile north), Stoke (1 mile west), Thorney Island (1 mile north-east) and Warblington (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Gosport (8 miles west), Havant (3 miles north), Fareham (11 miles west), Horndean (7 miles north), Waterlooville (6 miles north-west) and Petersfield (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in Tye
Around Tye, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Hayling College, Eames Farm and The Maypole pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Emsworth station, roughly 2.6 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.9 miles north-west) and Emsworth Museum (2.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hayling Billy.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Tye
Is the coastal weather around Tye hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Tye is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is Tye within the area you cover?
Yes, Tye is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How fast do I get the report?
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 as you book.
Can every flat roof be tested?
Not every roof is suitable. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. If your roof will not work, we’ll say so at the start.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
How do you choose the testing method?
The method is chosen to suit the roof. Low-voltage testing usually needs a wet surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.