Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Wherwell Wood, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Wherwell Wood. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Holes around roof penetrations
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Wherwell Wood
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing but not every way water gets in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing won’t show on the test. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. It will not show water getting in through brickwork or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We will point you to the likely next step. We are frequently asked to look into a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and holes around roof penetrations, on green roofs, single-ply roofs and flat roof membranes.
Somewhere as small as Wherwell Wood, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Wherwell Wood (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. Around Wherwell Wood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
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. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Wherwell Wood and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Wherwell Wood questions
Is Wherwell Wood in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wherwell Wood as anywhere else.
Is my home in Wherwell Wood listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Can you find leaks on a covered flat roof?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. What sits on the membrane affects the method, so we check the build-up first.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Limit access to the roof
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Use boards when working on the roof
The report records each breach location with photos. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when they work up there. Check the roof after they’ve finished.
Also near Wherwell Wood
More services for Wherwell Wood
Common roof problems in Wherwell Wood
When the membrane is buried, holes cannot be seen at all. ELD can work on some covered roofs, depending on the build-up.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaks that return after repairs
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
If you look after a building such as Wherwell Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- When you will get the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What happens after the report arrives
What electronic leak detection looks like in Wherwell Wood
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you own a rental within reach of Andover station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Wherwell Wood is about 3 miles south-east of Andover, in Hampshire. If you’re in Wherwell Wood, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Wherwell Wood is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for electronic leak detection. You can also see our page for Southampton.
We survey roofs across the SP11 postcode area for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Wherwell (1 mile south-east), Goodworth Clatford (1 mile west), Cottonworth (1 mile south), Fullerton (2 miles south) and Chilbolton (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (15 miles south), Andover (3 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south), Romsey (13 miles south) and Hyde (10 miles south-east).
Near you in Wherwell Wood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to White Lion Public House and Winton Community Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Andover station, about 2.9 miles north-west. A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Andover Museum (2.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Seams and penetrations are typical breach points.
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing and that changes how testing works.