London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Slough
We cover all 31 towns and villages in Slough for electronic leak detection, with a written report and photos after every survey., with a written report and photos and surveys on weekdays and weekends.
Electronic leak detection across Slough
What it covers: electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes. Find your town in the lists below for local details. You can also book straight away on 07833 053749.
Main towns
How electronic leak detection works in Slough
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 is a breach. It can find holes too small to spot by eye so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. Typical surveys look at failed seams and laps and leaks that return after repairs, on roof terraces and balconies, commercial flat roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing.
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes as long as needed for the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote.
- 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.
Prices in Slough
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 you book.
Why book with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Weekday and weekend surveys
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What’s near Slough
In Slough, that means homes and buildings near Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School. Nearby too are Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). Slough’s nearest station is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Upton Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south). For a walk, there’s Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Flat roofs across Slough
Commercial flat roofs in Cippenham, Chalvey and Britwell and across Slough range from small shop roofs to large units. The weak points are nearly always outlets, upstands and joins, so those get the closest look.
From inner London terraces to Kent oast houses, Sussex tile-hanging and Hampshire thatch, the South East has a huge mix of roofs. Roofs in Slough are part of that picture.
Slough: If you live in an older home near St Michael and All Angels, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. If you look after a building like Herschel Grammar School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Why roofs fail
New membranes can have defects from installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Holes around roof penetrations
Surveys for landlords and agents in Slough
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Let us know about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Limit access to the roof
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Record dates and spots where water appears
If we think the leak isn’t coming through the membrane, the report says so, so other causes can be checked.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Many breaches come from foot traffic.
How the survey changes by roof type
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous felt and modified bitumen membranes are common. Whether ELD suits them depends on the build-up.
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
Prices for electronic leak detection in Slough
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Slough questions
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Will you repair the leak?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. The report gives your roofer the locations.
What does electronic leak detection do?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, but a hole lets it through. That lets us find breaches that are too small to see.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Can you find leaks on a covered flat roof?
In some cases. It depends on the build-up and the layers above the membrane, and some may need lifting. We’ll discuss it before we quote.