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Electronic leak detection in Arlington, East Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Arlington, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Leaks that return after repairs
About our electronic leak detection in Arlington
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or check a new membrane before handover. Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the weather. Just ask about your roof. We survey green roofs, roof terraces and balconies and flat roof membranes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damage from equipment installers and breaches around outlets and penetrations.
In a village or hamlet like Arlington, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Arlington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Arlington
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. A gap that is hard to see can let water in long before anyone notices.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Leaks that return after repairs
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Pancras, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What insurance they carry
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Limit access to the roof
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Don’t let outlets block
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. Your roofer can advise on that and other checks can help judge it.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Electronic leak detection in Arlington: local notes
About 1.5 miles north-east lies Michelham Priory, a reminder of how long the area around Arlington has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Berwick (Sussex) station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Arlington is about 3 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We carry out electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Arlington and nearby. Our East Sussex coverage includes Arlington and the places around it. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in BN26 is covered for electronic leak detection. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Wickstreet (1 mile north), Berwick (1 mile west), Wilmington (2 miles south), Selmeston (2 miles west) and Milton Street (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles north-east) and Crowborough (14 miles north).
Local landmarks in Arlington
We work in homes and buildings around Yew Tree Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Arlington is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Agricultural Museum (2 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (4.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Arlington includes Combe Hill.
What we look for on each type of roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid waterproofing has no laps, but can still have thin spots or holes. Whether ELD works depends on the coating and build-up.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices and units have single-ply roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes often appear.
Nearby places to Arlington
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For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Common questions in Arlington
How do I find out if my home in Arlington is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Arlington?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
What does electronic leak detection do?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, so wherever there is a hole, it passes through. That is how we locate breaches you can’t see.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. You’ll know roughly how long before we start.
How do you choose the testing method?
We choose the method that suits the roof. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Older rural homes like those around Arlington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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How we price electronic leak detection
To price your survey, we check:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
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. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.