Kent · London and the South East
Bekesbourne Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Bekesbourne, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
What we are asked to look at in Bekesbourne
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole which makes it hard to find by looking.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Holes left by work on the roof
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks that return after repairs
If you own a rental within reach of Bekesbourne station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their track record with similar roofs
About our electronic leak detection in Bekesbourne
A leak in a flat roof often shows up a long way from where the water gets in. So the stain inside rarely sits under the hole. Electronic leak detection tests the membrane itself and locates the breach. We test and report and leave the repair to your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. The results then follow in a written report with photos. If you are worried about leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings and leaking laps in the waterproofing, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roof membranes, green roofs and roof terraces and balconies alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Bekesbourne 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.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Bekesbourne (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Find the breach before more patching
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
The report records each breach location with photos. Pass it to your roofer to repair the breach points.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. It is easier to find holes before more layers are added.
Electronic leak detection around Bekesbourne
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Goodnestone Park, about 3.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bekesbourne. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you run a business near Whitefriars Shopping Centre, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Bekesbourne is about 3 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever you are in Bekesbourne, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Bekesbourne is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work.
Every address in CT4 is covered for electronic leak detection. We cover properties on Aerodrome Road, Lysander Close and Adisham Road. Other places close to Bekesbourne include Patrixbourne (1 mile west), Bekesbourne Hill (1 mile north-west), Bridge (1 mile south-west), Littlebourne (2 miles north) and Adisham (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (15 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (12 miles south) and Ramsgate (13 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Bekesbourne
The closest station to Bekesbourne is Bekesbourne station, roughly 0.8 miles north-west. A little further out are Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.5 miles north-west) and St Martins Hospital (2.5 miles north-west).
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Somewhere like Bekesbourne needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- 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.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
How to prepare
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Checking the roof from the ground
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
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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.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Common questions in Bekesbourne
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bekesbourne?
Yes, Bekesbourne is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Bekesbourne as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Bekesbourne is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when you book.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How do I book a survey in Bekesbourne?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How is ELD priced?
We quote for each roof individually. Send us details of the roof. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email for a quote.