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Electronic Leak Detection in Angmering
We take a careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Angmering, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Gaps at membrane joints
Electronic leak detection in Angmering: what you get
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It works with an electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. The results come in a report with photos. If you are worried about patched roofs that still leak and stains far from any visible defect, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs in smaller places like Angmering can be more exposed, especially where nothing shelters them, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Angmering (BN16)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Places near Angmering
More services for Angmering
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
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 visit with that in mind.
What affects the price in Angmering
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
For a price for your roof in Angmering, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a smaller place like Angmering, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- 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 photos shows where each breach is.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Flat roofs in Angmering
Angmering is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. With Ecclesden Manor about 0.4 miles east, the area around Angmering has a long history. On a period home nearby, any flat roof is likely to be a later addition with its own lifespan. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Margaret, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Angmering is about 4 miles west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover Angmering and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Here we cover the BN16 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Station Road. If you’re just outside Angmering, we cover Hammerpot (1 mile north), Hangleton (1 mile south-east), East Preston (1 mile south), West Preston (1 mile south-west) and Angmering-on-Sea (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (4 miles east), Bognor Regis (9 miles west), Chichester (13 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
What’s near Angmering
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Spotted Cow pub, The Angmering School and Clapham Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Angmering station, roughly 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Rustington Museum (1.6 miles south-west) and Zachary Merton Hospital (1.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Highdown Hill and WWT Arundel.
How the survey changes by roof type
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Testing may still be possible, depending on the build-up.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices and units have single-ply roofs. Seams and penetrations are typical breach points.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Don’t let outlets block
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Limit access to the roof
- Record dates and spots where water appears
Questions about the results are welcome. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Questions from Angmering
Will you come out to Angmering?
Yes, Angmering is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Angmering?
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.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long will testing take?
Testing normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.