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Electronic leak detection in Coombe, Kent
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes around Coombe, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Patched roofs that still leak
Electronic leak detection in Coombe: what you get
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing, not every cause of water getting in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We will point you to the likely next step. If you’ve noticed leaks through a covered membrane and leaks that return after repairs, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Coombe, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Coombe (CT3, CT13)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Coombe
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
What we’re asked to look at in Coombe
When the membrane is buried, holes cannot be seen at all. ELD can work on some covered roofs, depending on the build-up.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
Anyone responsible for a site like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before you book anyone
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How long the report takes to arrive
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Around Coombe, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the flat roof membrane, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Carrying out the repair work
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Sections we cannot safely access
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Coombe
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
How the survey changes by roof type
Bituminous membranes
ELD is often possible on bituminous membranes, depending on what’s below.
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM is a long-lasting flat roof membrane, but can still be punctured.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Coombe
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Coombe, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Sandwich station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Historic houses such as Goodnestone Park, about 3.5 miles south-west, show how far back building around Coombe goes. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, frequently re-covered more than once.
Coombe is about 6 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Coombe is one of many places we visit across Kent. Coombe is one of the places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: CT3 and CT13. You will find streets like Coombe Lane, Saunders Lane and Langdon Avenue. If you’re just outside Coombe, we cover Flemings (1 mile south-west), Ash (1 mile north-west), Weddington (1 mile north), Guilton (1 mile west) and Hammill Park (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Coombe
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequer Inn and Sandwich Technology School and the streets around them. Coombe’s nearest station is Sandwich station, about 2.1 miles east. Well-known places in the area include White Mill (1.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
FAQs for Coombe
How do I find out if my home in Coombe is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Coombe within the area you cover?
Yes. Coombe is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Will you repair the leak?
No, our part is finding the breaches. The report gives your roofer the locations.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
ELD doesn’t suit every roof. Certain membranes are conductive, and some build-ups lack a suitable layer below. If your roof will not work, we will say so at the start.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
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.