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Electronic Leak Detection in Burgh Heath
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Burgh Heath, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Burgh Heath
Seams are a common weak point in flat roof waterproofing. Small openings at laps can leak long before anyone notices.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Damage from equipment installers
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Holes around roof penetrations
Landlords with a home close to Kingswood station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
How electronic leak detection works in Burgh Heath
Some flat roofs can’t be tested electronically. Certain membranes conduct electricity and some roofs do not have a suitable layer beneath the membrane. We’ll say if ELD will not work on your roof before any testing. Any details you have about the membrane and build-up help us decide, such as drawings or specifications. It avoids arranging a test that cannot give results. We survey liquid-applied waterproofing, roof terraces and balconies and single-ply roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are damp inside with no sign on the roof and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Burgh Heath take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally 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.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Burgh Heath (KT20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Limit access to the roof
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Record dates and spots where water appears
Once repairs are made, the roof can be tested again if you want to check them if the build-up allows.
Make sure contractors protect the waterproofing when they work up there. Have the roof looked at after other work.
FAQs for Burgh Heath
Is Burgh Heath in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Burgh Heath is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
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. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Will you repair the leak?
No, our part is finding the breaches. Your roofer uses the report to target the repair.
Roof by roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Testing may still be possible, depending on the build-up.
EPDM rubber roofs
Some EPDM membranes conduct electricity, which can rule out some methods. We’ll say if the test will not work.
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Older roofs in small places like Burgh Heath can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- The testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful 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 phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
Electronic leak detection in Burgh Heath: local notes
With Fitznells Manor about 3.4 miles north-west, Burgh Heath sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there is normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Aberdour School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Burgh Heath is about 3 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. In Burgh Heath, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Surrey coverage includes Burgh Heath and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in KT20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Brighton Road, Heathdene and Can Hatch or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Burgh Heath include Great Burgh (1 mile west), Nork (1 mile north), Tattenham Corner (1 mile west), Epsom Downs (2 miles north-west) and Langley Vale (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (3 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south), Redhill (5 miles south-east), Ewell (4 miles north-west) and Reigate (5 miles south).
Near you in Burgh Heath
Around Burgh Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Merland Rise Recreational Ground, The Beacon School and Kingswood Arms. Burgh Heath’s nearest station is Kingswood station, about 1 mile south. A little further out are The Ashley Centre (2.8 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (2.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
Also near Burgh Heath
Also in Burgh Heath
Why get it checked now?
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Finding the breach sooner limits that. Older and listed buildings around Burgh Heath may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Burgh Heath
- 20+ years’ experience
- PI and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Checking the roof from ground level
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.