West Sussex · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Albourne
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? We carry out electronic leak detection in Albourne and across West Sussex.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
Albourne questions
Is Albourne within the area you cover?
Yes, Albourne is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Albourne listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What’s the price of ELD?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Send us details of the roof, and ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a quote.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Albourne?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Share any details you have and we’ll check whether ELD will work.
About our electronic leak detection in Albourne
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Albourne and across London and the South East. A visit typically takes as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. If you are worried about leaks that return after repairs and new roofs to check before paving or planting, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on liquid-applied waterproofing, green roofs and flat roof membranes alike.
Some older homes in villages like Albourne are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Albourne (BN6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Albourne
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Bartholomew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Hassocks station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Albourne is about 4 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Surveys in Albourne work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Albourne is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for electronic leak detection. There is also a page for Brighton.
Surveys in BN6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Albourne, we cover Albourne Street (1 mile east), Albourne Green (1 mile north-east), High Cross (1 mile north-west), Blackstone (1 mile west) and Woodmancote (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (10 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles south).
What’s near Albourne
Albourne’s nearest station is Hassocks station, roughly 2.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wolstonbury Hill and Woods Mill.
Towns and villages near Albourne
Also in Albourne
Surveys for landlords and agents in Albourne
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. In a small place like Albourne, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Find the breach before more patching
- Let us know about the membrane and build-up if you know it
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Feet and dropped tools are a common cause of holes.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs 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.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Common roof problems in Albourne
If a flat roof keeps leaking after patching, the hole may be elsewhere. ELD can locate the breach more precisely.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Stains far from any visible defect
Anyone responsible for a site like Albourne CofE Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely