Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Bilting
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Bilting, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaks that return after repairs
Useful tips for Bilting property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Many breaches come from foot traffic.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Bilting
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Bilting and the rest of London and the South East. Testing usually takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. Common reasons to book are holes around roof penetrations and damp inside with no sign on the roof, on green roofs, flat roof membranes and single-ply roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Bilting are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Bilting (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
More services for Bilting
What happens if roof problems are left?
Repairs in the wrong place leave the leak in place. ELD shows the actual breach points. Around Bilting, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Bilting
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Older roofs in small places like Bilting can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the flat roof membrane, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Repairing the breaches (that’s for your roofer)
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
Local flat roofs in Bilting
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Anyone responsible for a site like Wye School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you live in an older home near Church of St Lawrence, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Bilting is about 6 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. Roofs in Bilting get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
Electronic leak detection in TN25 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Canterbury Road and Bilting Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Bilting: Godmersham (1 mile north-east), Mountain Street (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles north-west), Chilham (3 miles north-east) and Shottenden (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (6 miles south-west), Canterbury (8 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Faversham (8 miles north).
What’s near Bilting
In Bilting, that means homes and buildings near Godmersham Park, among other places. The nearest railway station is Wye station, about 1.7 miles south. Nearby you will also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.5 miles north) and William Harvey Hospital (4.8 miles south).
Common roof problems in Bilting
Repeated leaks after repairs suggest the real breach hasn’t been found. Electronic testing helps pinpoint it.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Damage from equipment installers
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks that return after repairs
If you let a flat or house near Wye station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Are they insured for the work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Bilting questions
Do you cover Bilting?
Yes, Bilting is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Is Bilting within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What does electronic leak detection do?
ELD passes a small electrical current across the roof to locate holes in the membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached, which shows us where the hole is.