West Sussex · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Ansty
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Ansty, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. Testing shows whether the membrane is breached so attention can go to the right place. Older and listed buildings around Ansty may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
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.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- PI and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Electronic leak detection in Ansty
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. It can find holes too small to spot by eye, so your roofer can repair them. You get a written report with photographs of each breach found. We survey single-ply roofs, flat roof membranes and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are stains far from any visible defect and new roofs to check before paving or planting.
Some older homes in villages like Ansty are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Ansty (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ansty
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Ansty
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Historic houses such as Ockenden Manor, about 1.2 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Ansty goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Haywards Heath station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Warden Park School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St John the Evangelist, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Ansty is about 3 miles west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Ansty gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Our West Sussex coverage includes Ansty and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Surveys in RH17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Upton Drive, Bolney Road and Deaks Paddock, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Ansty: Abbotsford (2 miles south-east), Goddards Green (2 miles south), Hickstead (2 miles south-west), Jacob's Post (3 miles south-east) and World's End (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (8 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles east), East Grinstead (11 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Ansty
Ansty’s nearest station is Haywards Heath station, roughly 2.6 miles east. Well-known places in the area include The Dene Hospital (2 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (1.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
How we price electronic leak detection
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
How the survey changes by roof type
Green and ballasted roofs
Green roofs and ballasted roofs cover the waterproofing. Testing may still be possible but it depends on the layers.
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM is a long-lasting flat roof membrane, but can still be punctured.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Limit access to the roof
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Do not let outlets block
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. Your roofer can advise on that and other checks can help judge it.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
How the survey works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Rural addresses near Ansty 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Ansty: your questions answered
Is Ansty in the area you cover?
Yes, Ansty is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Ansty as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Ansty is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
Testing usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 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.