Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Broad Street, Kent
Electronic leak detection in Broad Street from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Broad Street
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful because they show what’s under the surface. We’ll tell you if the roof cannot be tested. If you’re worried about a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and patched roofs that still leak, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Broad Street take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Broad Street (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Broad Street
Repeated call-outs for the same leak add up. A clear record of where the breaches are helps break that cycle. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Broad Street, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
Flat and commercial roofs around Broad Street
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around Broad Street has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 2.3 miles south. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Hollingbourne station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Broad Street is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. In Broad Street, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
Surveys in ME17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Broad Street Hill and Pilgrims Way or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Broad Street: Hucking (1 mile north-east), Hollingbourne (1 mile south-east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile south), Ashbank (2 miles south) and Bicknor (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Faversham (12 miles east) and Minster (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Broad Street
We work in homes and buildings around Hook and Hatchet pub and White Horse Wood, among other places. The closest station to Broad Street is Hollingbourne station, about 1.1 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Leeds Castle (2.3 miles south) and KIMS hospital (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Broad Street includes Detling Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
To price your survey, we check:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- 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.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. For a village or hamlet like Broad Street, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking 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. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Broad Street: your questions answered
Do you cover Broad Street?
Yes, Broad Street is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Do you cover smaller places like Broad Street?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Let us know about the roof and where it leaks, and call 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a quote.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What do I do with the report?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What we look for on each type of roof
Inverted and paved roofs
We’ll tell you if your inverted or paved roof is not suitable.
Bituminous membranes
Many flat roofs use bitumen-based membranes. The build-up decides which method will work.
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Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Have roof specifications to hand
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That is something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.