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Electronic leak detection in Coleman's Hatch, East Sussex
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Coleman's Hatch. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
Electronic leak detection in Coleman's Hatch: what you get
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Coleman's Hatch and the rest of London and South East England. A visit normally takes more time on a big 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. You get a written report with photographs. Common reasons to book are leaks through a covered membrane and gaps at membrane joints, across liquid-applied waterproofing, commercial flat roofs and single-ply roofs.
Somewhere as small as Coleman's Hatch, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Coleman's Hatch (TN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Punctures from foot traffic and equipment are common on single-ply roofs. Testing helps find them.
EPDM rubber roofs
Whether an EPDM roof can be tested depends on the membrane and build-up. We check before we quote.
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FAQs for Coleman's Hatch
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Coleman's Hatch?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Coleman's Hatch?
Yes, Coleman's Hatch is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I book a survey in Coleman's Hatch?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photographs. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Electronic leak detection in Coleman's Hatch: local notes
Bassetts Manor, about 2.6 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Coleman's Hatch. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For landlords with property near East Grinstead station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Coleman's Hatch is about 4 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Roofs in Coleman's Hatch get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Coleman's Hatch is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. Crawley is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the TN7 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Streets in the area include Shepherds Hill and Parrock Lane, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Coleman's Hatch, we cover Upper Hartfield (1 mile north-east), Forest Row (1 mile west), Wych Cross (2 miles south-west), Chelwood Gate (3 miles south-west) and Duddleswell (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles south-east), Uckfield (8 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (12 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
What’s near Coleman's Hatch
Around Coleman's Hatch, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Hatch Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, about 4.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Queen Victoria Hospital (4.4 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (2.9 miles north-east). Open spaces near Coleman's Hatch include Brickfield Meadow.
How we price electronic leak detection
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- When you need the report by
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
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.
Common roof problems in Coleman's Hatch
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole which makes it hard to find by looking.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Holes around roof penetrations
The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Coleman's Hatch, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks left running can wet the insulation and deck. Finding the breach sooner limits that. In a small place like Coleman's Hatch, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Coleman's Hatch
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.