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Electronic leak detection in Cousley Wood, East Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes across Cousley Wood, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Damage from equipment installers
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
How the survey changes by roof type
Bituminous membranes
Many flat roofs use bitumen-based membranes. Whether ELD suits them depends on the build-up.
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing and that changes how testing works.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Cousley Wood
A leak in a flat roof often shows up a long way from where the water gets in. So the stain inside rarely sits under the hole. ELD tests the waterproofing directly, to find where it has been breached. It is testing only, and the repair is for your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. We then send you the results in a written report. If you’ve noticed patched roofs that still leak and damage from equipment installers, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on roof terraces and balconies, flat roof membranes and commercial flat roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as Cousley Wood, 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. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Cousley Wood (TN5)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cousley Wood
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Get leaks traced quickly
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. Your roofer can advise on that, and moisture readings can help.
Do not leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Why get it checked now?
Testing a new membrane before it is covered is easier than tracing a leak later. Covered roofs are harder to test. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Cousley Wood, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Cousley Wood
- Photos and a written report every time
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Flat and commercial roofs around Cousley Wood
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. With Wadhurst Castle about 1.6 miles south-west, Cousley Wood sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Rehoboth Chapel, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. For landlords with property near Wadhurst station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you look after a building such as Uplands Community College, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Cousley Wood is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Cousley Wood is one of many places we visit across East Sussex. Cousley Wood is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for electronic leak detection. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
All of TN5 is within our area for electronic leak detection. If you are just outside Cousley Wood, we cover Newbury's (1 mile north-west), Pell Green (1 mile south-west), Wadhurst (2 miles south-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles south-east) and Shover's Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Hailsham (15 miles south), Crowborough (9 miles west), Uckfield (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles south) and Hellingly (14 miles south).
Near you in Cousley Wood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Old Vine Public House. For rail, the closest station is Wadhurst station, roughly 2.1 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (2.5 miles south-east) and Old Scotney Castle (2.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Bewl Water.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find 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 Cousley Wood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Common questions in Cousley Wood
How do I find out if my home in Cousley Wood is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Cousley Wood?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Cousley Wood is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.