Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Wadwick
Electronic leak detection in Wadwick and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Stains far from any visible defect
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Areas we can’t reach or that cannot be tested
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
Electronic leak detection in Wadwick
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It works with an electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. The results come in a report with photos. If you’ve noticed leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and failed seams and laps, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Wadwick, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Wadwick (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some breaches are too small to see. ELD picks up breaches a visual check might miss, on suitable membranes. In a small place like Wadwick, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has 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.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Different roofs, different checks
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid-applied coatings form a seamless layer but holes and thin areas can occur. Whether ELD works depends on the coating and build-up.
EPDM rubber roofs
ELD on EPDM depends on the product and the layers. We check before we quote.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Wadwick
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole, so tracing it by eye is difficult.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Holes left by work on the roof
For landlords with property near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, most surveys take more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. In a small place like Wadwick, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Useful tips for Wadwick property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Record dates and spots where water appears
The report records each breach location with photos. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Wadwick
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Highclere Castle, about 3.8 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wadwick. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Wadwick is about 6 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Wadwick and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in SP11 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Wadwick, we cover Binley (1 mile west), St Mary Bourne (2 miles south-west), Cole Henley (3 miles south-east), Whitchurch (4 miles south-east) and Wells-in-the-Field (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (12 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south), Andover (6 miles south-west), Tadley (12 miles north-east), Hyde (14 miles south) and Popley (13 miles east).
What’s near Wadwick
For rail, the closest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, roughly 3.2 miles south-east of the centre. Open spaces near Wadwick include Sidown Hill.
FAQs for Wadwick
How do I find out if my home in Wadwick is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Wadwick?
Yes, Wadwick is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
How do I book a survey in Wadwick?
Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.