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Electronic leak detection in Apuldram, West Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Apuldram and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
How electronic leak detection works in Apuldram
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work and parts may need to be lifted. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we will say so. Common reasons to book are leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and gaps at membrane joints, on flat roof membranes, single-ply roofs and green roofs.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Apuldram take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Apuldram (PO20, PO19)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Around Apuldram, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, you tell us about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- We test the membrane and find where current is passing through it.
- The breaches are recorded with photographs in a report for your roofer.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Do you need electronic leak detection in Apuldram?
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Some are too small to see but water still finds them.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Patched roofs that still leak
Landlords with a home close to Chichester station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
What to check before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is VAT included in the price?
Why it is worth a survey now in Apuldram
A visual inspection can miss tiny holes. ELD picks up breaches a visual check might miss where the roof suits it. Outbuildings and barns around Apuldram are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Common questions in Apuldram
How do I find out if my home in Apuldram is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Apuldram, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How long will testing take?
Testing typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
ELD doesn’t suit every roof. Certain membranes are conductive and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. If your roof won’t work, we’ll say so at the start.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Apuldram
Landlords, agents and building managers in Apuldram and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
For a price for electronic leak detection in Apuldram, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Nearby places to Apuldram
Other services in Apuldram
Flat and commercial roofs around Apuldram
Apuldram lies within about 3 miles of the sea, 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. About 4.4 miles north-east lies Goodwood House, a reminder of how long the area around Apuldram has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start. Anyone responsible for a site like Fishbourne CofE Primary School will know that schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Apuldram is about 2 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Surveys in Apuldram work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our West Sussex coverage includes Apuldram and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in PO20 and PO19 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Dell Quay Road, Appledram Lane South and Donnington Park or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Apuldram include Fishbourne (1 mile north), Bosham Hoe (2 miles west), Broadbridge (2 miles north-west), Bosham (2 miles west) and West Itchenor (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (6 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
What’s near Apuldram
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Black Horse Public House, The Prebendal School and Bishop Luffa School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Chichester Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (2.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Down and Nutborne Marshes.