Medway · London and the South East
Burham Electronic Leak Detection
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you spend money on it. Electronic leak detection in Burham, with photos and a clear written report.
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Fixing the holes we find
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
Electronic leak detection in Burham: what you get
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Burham and across London and the South East. Testing usually takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey single-ply roofs, roof terraces and balconies and liquid-applied waterproofing, and common reasons people get in touch are a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and holes left by work on the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Burham, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Burham (ME1)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Burham questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Burham?
Yes, Burham is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Burham?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
Not every roof is suitable. Some membranes conduct electricity, and some build-ups lack a suitable layer below. We will tell you if yours isn’t suitable at the start.
How do you choose the testing method?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage testing usually needs a wet surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane.
What we’re asked to look at in Burham
Other trades on the roof can puncture the waterproofing. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Damage from equipment installers
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Patched roofs that still leak
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which limits apply to the survey
Why act early in Burham
Cutting open a flat roof to find a leak can cause more damage. ELD aims to locate the breach first so your roofer knows where to work. For an older or listed building in a place like Burham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Why book us in Burham
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Keep outlets clear of debris
Where the evidence points to walls, copings or rooflights, we will note it, so other causes can be checked.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
What affects the price in Burham
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Also near Burham
What else we do in Burham
Electronic leak detection around Burham
About 2.4 miles north lies Starkey Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Burham has been built on. 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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Burham Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For landlords with property near Snodland station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Burham is about 3 miles south-west of Chatham, in Medway. From houses to flats and shops in Burham, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Medway coverage includes Burham and the places around it.
Every address in ME1 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include New Road, St Mary's Walk and Brisley's Row. Close by, we survey roofs in Scarborough (1 mile north-west), Eccles (1 mile south), Peters Village (1 mile north-west), Holborough (2 miles west) and Wouldham (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles north-east), Chatham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north), Rainham (6 miles east), Strood (4 miles north) and Luton (4 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Burham
Around Burham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Windmill pub, The Holmesdale School and Burham Marsh. Burham’s nearest station is Snodland station, roughly 1.3 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St. Catherine's Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Medway megaliths (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the flat roof membrane as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit normally takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Rural addresses near Burham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First, you tell us about the roof build-up and where water is showing.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.