Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Worthy Down
Electronic leak detection around Worthy Down, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Leaks that return after repairs
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Worthy Down
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use, and some may need lifting. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we’ll say so. Common reasons to book are damage from equipment installers and new membranes needing a check before handover, across flat roof membranes, single-ply roofs and roof terraces and balconies.
In a village or hamlet like Worthy Down, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Worthy Down (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Electronic leak detection in Worthy Down: local notes
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Winchester station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Anyone responsible for a site like South Wonston Primary School will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Take an older house close to St Margaret's: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Worthy Down is about 4 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Worthy Down, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SO21 is covered for electronic leak detection. Whether your property is on Coopers Close, Coate Drive and Wellesley Drive or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Worthy Down: South Wonston (1 mile north), Springvale (2 miles south-east), Crawley (3 miles west), Sutton Scotney (3 miles north) and Stoke Charity (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (15 miles north-east), Winchester (4 miles south), Eastleigh (10 miles south), Andover (9 miles north-west), Totton (15 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles south).
Landmarks near Worthy Down
Typical jobs here are in homes near Henry Beaufort School. The closest station to Worthy Down is Winchester station, roughly 3.2 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Royal Hampshire County Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Royal Observer Corps Museum (2.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Winnall Moors.
Why get it checked now?
Not every leak is in the membrane. Testing shows whether the membrane is breached so attention can go to the right place. Around Worthy Down, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Worthy Down
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Landlord and commercial surveys in Worthy Down
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Useful tips for Worthy Down property owners
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Record dates and spots where water appears
If we think the leak isn’t coming through the membrane, the report says so, so other causes can be checked.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Many breaches come from foot traffic.
Places near Worthy Down
More services for Worthy Down
Different roofs, different checks
Inverted and paved roofs
A terrace or paved roof hides the waterproofing. Suitability depends on the layers.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Small holes in liquid waterproofing may leak. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Worthy Down, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the roof and where water is showing.
- 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.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Related advice
FAQs for Worthy Down
Will you come out to Worthy Down?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you cover Worthy Down?
Yes, Worthy Down is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.