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Electronic leak detection in Aldingbourne, West Sussex
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Aldingbourne, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Holes left by work on the roof
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Aldingbourne, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, you tell us about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- The testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- We test the membrane and find where current is passing through it.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Aldingbourne
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage testing is normally done with the surface wet, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof, and we will explain our choice. We will say if your roof doesn’t suit either method at the outset. We survey roof terraces and balconies, single-ply roofs and flat roof membranes, and common reasons people get in touch are repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and breaches around outlets and penetrations.
Some older homes in villages like Aldingbourne are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Aldingbourne (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Aldingbourne
Other services in Aldingbourne
Why get it checked now?
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Finding the breach sooner limits that. Older and listed buildings around Aldingbourne may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why book us in Aldingbourne
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Aldingbourne questions
Is Aldingbourne within the area you cover?
Yes, Aldingbourne is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Aldingbourne?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a 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.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Can every flat roof be tested?
ELD doesn’t suit every roof. Some membranes conduct electricity, and some build-ups lack a suitable layer below. We’ll tell you if yours is not suitable before testing.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
What we can’t see
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Fixing the holes we find
- Moisture spread under the membrane
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Aldingbourne
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Different roofs, different checks
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous felt and modified bitumen membranes are common. The build-up decides which method will work.
EPDM rubber roofs
Certain rubber membranes are conductive which can limit electronic testing. We will say if the test won’t work.
How we price electronic leak detection
To price your survey, we check:
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Local flat roofs in Aldingbourne
Aldingbourne lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. About 3.2 miles north-west lies Goodwood House, a reminder of how long the area around Aldingbourne has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. If you let a flat or house near Barnham station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Aldingbourne Primary School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Aldingbourne is about 3 miles north of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We carry out electronic leak detection for householders, landlords and businesses in Aldingbourne. Aldingbourne is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in PO20 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Hook Lane and Park Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Aldingbourne, we cover Nyton (1 mile east), Norton (1 mile north), Westergate (1 mile east), East Hampnett (1 mile north-west) and Crockerhill (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Worthing (13 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south), Chichester (4 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles east) and Emsworth (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Aldingbourne
In Aldingbourne, that means homes and buildings near Ormiston Six Villages Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Aldingbourne is Barnham station, about 2.1 miles east of the centre. A little further out are The Chichester City Museum (3.9 miles west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles south).
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Don’t leave water getting in
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Limit foot traffic on flat roofs. Feet and dropped tools are a common cause of holes.