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Electronic Leak Detection in Bilsham
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Bilsham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
About our electronic leak detection in Bilsham
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use, and some may need lifting. We’ll discuss it with you when we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing is not possible, we’ll say so. We survey flat roof membranes, green roofs and single-ply roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are breaches around outlets and penetrations and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
Somewhere as small as Bilsham, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Bilsham (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the flat roof membrane as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere like Bilsham needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- 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.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What we can’t see
A survey is a careful look at the flat roof membrane, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Fixing the holes we find
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
How we price electronic leak detection
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
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
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Your questions about electronic leak detection in Bilsham
Is my home in Bilsham listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Bilsham?
Often, yes. Bilsham is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does ELD work under paving or planting?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. Covered roofs limit the methods we can use, so we check the build-up first.
How long will testing take?
It typically takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
How is ELD priced?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Send us details of the roof. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us for a quote.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Share any details you have and we’ll check whether ELD will work.
Useful tips for Bilsham property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Limit access to the roof
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Do not let outlets block
- Get leaks traced quickly
Questions about the results are welcome. We will explain what was found and what it means.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Electronic leak detection around Bilsham
Bilsham is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Yapton CE Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Take an older house close to Bilsham Chapel: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. Landlords with a home close to Barnham station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Bilsham is about 3 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Bilsham is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes Bilsham and the places around it. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Every address in BN18 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Bilsham, we cover Yapton (1 mile north), Flansham (1 mile west), Barnham (2 miles north-west), West Barnham (2 miles north-west) and Lidsey (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Around Bilsham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Felpham Community College, among other places. Bilsham’s nearest station is Barnham station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Bognor Regis Museum (3.3 miles south-west) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Bilsham includes WWT Arundel.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Bilsham
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.