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Electronic leak detection in Yattendon, West Berkshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Yattendon, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks that return after repairs
How electronic leak detection works in Yattendon
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing but not every way water gets in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. You’ll also know what to check next. We survey flat roof membranes, commercial flat roofs and single-ply roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks through a covered membrane and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings.
In a village or hamlet like Yattendon, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. 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. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Yattendon (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Cutting open a flat roof to find a leak can cause more damage. Electronic testing finds the hole first, so the repair can be targeted. In a small place like Yattendon, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Yattendon
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Plain-English reports with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
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What we look for on each type of roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid-applied coatings form a seamless layer, but can still have thin spots or holes. Suitability for ELD depends on the system.
Bituminous membranes
ELD is often possible on bituminous membranes, depending on what’s below.
Useful tips for Yattendon property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Don’t keep patching the same spot
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
The report records each breach location with photos. Pass it to your roofer to repair the breach points.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up is not suitable
- Sections we cannot safely access
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
- When you need the report by
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Rural addresses near Yattendon can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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What electronic leak detection looks like in Yattendon
The wider area around Yattendon has a long history of building, with Basildon Park about 4.2 miles north-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Yattendon C.E. Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. If you let a flat or house near Goring & Streatley station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Yattendon is about 5 miles north-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. From houses to flats and shops in Yattendon, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Berkshire, we cover Yattendon and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Reading.
We survey roofs across RG18 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Local streets include Yattendon Lane, Bryants Lane and Chapel Lane, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Frilsham (1 mile south-west), Hampstead Norreys (2 miles north-west), Wellhouse (2 miles south-west), Little Hungerford (3 miles west) and Oare (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (7 miles south-west), Thatcham (5 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (8 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south-west), Hungerford (14 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles south-east).
Around Yattendon
In Yattendon, that means homes and buildings near The Royal Oak pub. For rail, the closest station is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 4.9 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Yattendon Castle (under half a mile north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.7 miles south-west).
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Yattendon
Do you cover Yattendon?
Yes, Yattendon is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Do you cover smaller places like Yattendon?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Does ELD work under paving or planting?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. Covered roofs limit the methods we can use, so we check the build-up first.
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 after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How much time does ELD need?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. You’ll know roughly how long before we start.