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Electronic leak detection in Broomershill, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for electronic leak detection in Broomershill. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Holes left by work on the roof
How electronic leak detection works in Broomershill
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work, and some may need lifting. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we’ll say so. We survey commercial flat roofs, flat roof membranes and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are breaches hidden under paving or planting and new roofs to check before paving or planting.
Older buildings in small places like Broomershill may be 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Broomershill (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Broomershill
Is my home in Broomershill listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Broomershill?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Broomershill as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How much time does ELD need?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. We will give you an idea when we quote.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
What is electronic leak detection?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, so wherever there’s a hole, it passes through. That’s how we locate breaches you cannot see.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Broomershill
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Broomershill
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. A gap that is hard to see can let water in long before anyone notices.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
For landlords with property near Pulborough station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What exactly goes into their report
Electronic leak detection around Broomershill
About 1 mile west lies Old Place Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Broomershill has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's Church of England Primary School, 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 The Parish Church of St Mary, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Broomershill is about 10 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Broomershill is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. There’s also a page for Crawley.
We cover every part of RH20 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Broomershill, we cover Codmore Hill (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile south-east), Nutbourne (1 mile south-east), North Heath (1 mile north) and Gay Street (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-east).
Near you in Broomershill
We work in homes and buildings around The Red Lion Public House. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 1.3 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Coates Castle (4.4 miles west) and The Storrington And District Museum (3.8 miles south-east). Not far away are The Mens.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Around Broomershill, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Chasing a leak again and again is frustrating. A clear record of where the breaches are helps break that cycle. Older cottages and farmhouses around Broomershill can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
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. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Broomershill
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Limit access to the roof
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Keep outlets clear of debris
Once repairs are made, the roof can be tested again if you want to check them if the build-up allows.
Limit foot traffic on flat roofs. Feet and dropped tools are a common cause of holes.