Wokingham · London and the South East
Winnersh Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes around Winnersh, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Holes left by work on the roof
Flat roofs in Winnersh
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so check with the council.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Forest School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Mary the Virgin, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Winnersh is about 2 miles south of Woodley, in Wokingham. From houses to flats and shops in Winnersh, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Wokingham, we cover Winnersh and the places around it.
All of RG41 and RG10 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Reading Road, Westbrook Court and Bathurst Road and the roads around them. Being close to the B3030, Winnersh is simple for us to get to for electronic leak detection. We also cover Sindlesham (1 mile south), Emmbrook (1 mile south-east), Woosehill (2 miles south-east), Woodley (2 miles north) and Wokingham (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Reading (4 miles west), Crowthorne (5 miles south-east), Newtown (3 miles north-west), Coley Park (5 miles west), Twyford (3 miles north) and Charvil (3 miles north). Being one of Wokingham’s larger places, Winnersh has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Winnersh
In Winnersh, that means homes and buildings near The Poachers pub, Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve and Winnersh Primary School. There is a railway station in Winnersh itself: Winnersh station. Nearby you will also find Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (0.6 miles south-west) and Wokingham Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Lavells Lake and South Lake.
Electronic leak detection in Winnersh
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage methods typically need a wet roof surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane. Which one suits depends on the membrane and the layers of the roof, and we will explain our choice. We will say if your roof doesn’t suit either method at the outset. If you’ve noticed gaps at membrane joints and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced, we can find out what’s behind it, on single-ply roofs, commercial flat roofs and green roofs alike.
Outbuildings, garden rooms and garages in places like Winnersh often have flat roofs of their own. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. If you want them looked at too, mention them as you book, along with the main flat roof. Smaller roofs use the same coverings as bigger ones, from felt to rubber and GRP, and age in the same way.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Winnersh (RG41, RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A visual inspection can miss tiny holes. ELD picks up breaches a visual check might miss, on suitable membranes. With lower homes, common in places like Winnersh, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Winnersh
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
How we price electronic leak detection
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- The address and postcode of the property
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Winnersh
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Failed seams and laps
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Holes around roof penetrations
- New membranes needing a check before handover
For landlords with property near Winnersh station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What else we do in Winnersh
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Winnersh, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- How wet the insulation is
- Carrying out the repair work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
Common questions in Winnersh
Do you cover Winnersh?
Yes, Winnersh is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Winnersh as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Winnersh is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which method do you use?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage testing usually needs a wet surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane.
Will you repair the leak?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. The report gives your roofer the locations.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
In some cases. It depends on the build-up and the layers above the membrane, and some may need lifting. We’ll discuss it before we quote.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.