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Electronic leak detection in Appledore, Kent
Electronic leak detection in Appledore from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
About our electronic leak detection in Appledore
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It works with an electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there’s a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. If you’ve noticed waterproofing to test before it’s covered and breaches around outlets and penetrations, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Appledore, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Most points in the report come with a picture, 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.
- Location
- Appledore (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Limit access to the roof
- Keep outlets clear of debris
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Act on leaks quickly. Water under a membrane can spread.
Flat and commercial roofs around Appledore
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Smallhythe Place, about 3.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Appledore. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Appledore (Kent) station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Appledore is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We carry out electronic leak detection in Appledore for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Appledore is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in TN26 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on The Street, Old Way and Court Lodge Road and the roads around them. We also cover Appledore Heath (1 mile north), Stone in Oxney (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles west), Stone Corner (3 miles west) and Brattle (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (7 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (14 miles north-west).
Around Appledore
Appledore’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Orlestone Forest.
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof membrane as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. Somewhere like Appledore needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Why get it checked now?
Some breaches are too small to see. ELD picks up breaches a visual check might miss where the roof suits it. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Appledore, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What electronic leak detection does not cover
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Carrying out the repair work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Appledore
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
What affects the price in Appledore
To price your survey, we look at:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You will know the exact price before you book.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Appledore, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Appledore
Do you carry out roof surveys in Appledore?
Yes, Appledore is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Appledore is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What is electronic leak detection?
The waterproofing membrane normally stops an electrical current, but a hole lets it through. That’s how we locate breaches you cannot see.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.