Essex · London and the South East
Boreham Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Boreham, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Failed seams and laps
- Holes around roof penetrations
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Boreham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Boreham?
Yes, Boreham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Boreham as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Boreham?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long will testing take?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. We’ll give you an idea when we quote.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details as you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Electronic leak detection in Boreham: what you get
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It can be used to trace an existing leak or to test a new membrane before it’s covered. Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. We can test on weekdays and at weekends, depending on the weather. Just ask about your roof. If you’ve noticed leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings and failed seams and laps, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Boreham, some flat roofs sit in the open, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. Splits, blisters and lifting edges are what to look out for, along with water that sits after rain. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Boreham (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Boreham, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- We test the membrane and find where current is passing through it.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. Electronic testing finds the hole first, so the repair can be targeted. Around Boreham, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Boreham
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Useful tips for Boreham property owners
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Share any drawings of the roof
After your roofer repairs the breaches, a retest can confirm them if the build-up allows.
Do not leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
What you can safely check yourself
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Common roof problems in Boreham
Holes in a membrane often come from feet, tools or debris. Some are too small to see but water still finds them.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Damage from equipment installers
Take a building like Boreham Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before booking anyone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- When you’ll get the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
What electronic leak detection looks like in Boreham
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. The wider area around Boreham has a long history of building, with Danbury Place about 3.2 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. Shop and office owners around Bond Street Chelmsford may find that flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling.
Boreham is about 3 miles north-east of Chelmsford, in Essex. Anywhere in Boreham, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Boreham is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover.
Surveys in CM3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets like Church Road, St Andrews Road and Seabrook Gardens, and we cover them all. With the B1137 close by, Boreham is simple for us to get to. We also cover Mowden (1 mile east), Springfield (2 miles south-west), Little Baddow (2 miles south-east), Hatfield Peverel (2 miles north-east) and Sandon (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (3 miles south-west), Basildon (14 miles south), Braintree (8 miles north), Brentwood (14 miles south-west), Maldon (6 miles east) and Billericay (11 miles south-west).
Around Boreham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Six Bells Public House and Boswells School and the streets around them. The closest station to Boreham is Beaulieu Park station, roughly 1 mile west. Other landmarks nearby include Priory Hospital (2.6 miles south-west) and Bond Street Chelmsford (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Newland Grove.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes often appear.
Inverted and paved roofs
We will tell you if your inverted or paved roof isn’t suitable.