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Electronic Leak Detection in Bosham
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Bosham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes 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 Bosham can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Electronic leak detection in Bosham: what you get
ELD finds breaches in the membrane but not every way water gets in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing will not show on the test. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. You will also know what to check next. Common reasons to book are waterproofing to test before it’s covered and patched roofs that still leak, across single-ply roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and commercial flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Bosham are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Bosham (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply can be punctured by tools or fixings. ELD can locate them.
Green and ballasted roofs
Parts of the covering may have to come up. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
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Common questions in Bosham
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bosham?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Bosham within the area you cover?
Yes. Bosham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Bosham?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
What affects the price in Bosham
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Bosham
Cutting open a flat roof to find a leak can cause more damage. ELD aims to locate the breach first, so the repair can be targeted. Older and listed buildings around Bosham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bosham
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Surveys seven days a week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Electronic leak detection in Bosham: local notes
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Bosham, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you look after a building such as Bosham Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. For an older house near a landmark such as The United Reformed Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. If you own a rental within reach of Bosham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Bosham is about 3 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We provide electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Bosham. Bosham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the PO18 postcode area for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. We cover properties on High Street, Viking Way and Merryweather Road. Other places close to Bosham include Broadbridge (1 mile north-east), Chidham (1 mile west), Bosham Hoe (1 mile south), Nutbourne (2 miles north-west) and Fishbourne (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (3 miles east), Selsey (7 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Around Bosham
In Bosham, that means homes and buildings near The Berkeley Arms Public House. The closest station to Bosham is Bosham station, about 0.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Chichester Cathedral Treasury (3.2 miles east) and St Richard's Hospital (3.8 miles east). For a walk, there is Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Honest limits
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Repairing the breaches (that is for your roofer)
- Some conductive membranes
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Bosham
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies