West Sussex · London and the South East
Dial Post Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Dial Post, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Patched roofs that still leak
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the flat roof membrane, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up is not suitable
- Areas we cannot reach or that cannot be tested
- The extent of water in the insulation
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Dial Post
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing, not every cause of water getting in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing won’t show on the test. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. It will not show water getting in through brickwork or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. You will also know what to check next. We survey flat roof membranes, green roofs and single-ply roofs, and people most frequently book us about stains far from any visible defect and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
Some older homes in villages like Dial Post are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof membrane, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Dial Post (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing, which affects testing.
Bituminous membranes
Older felt roofs often have seams and patches that can leak. Testing depends on the roof.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. For a village or hamlet like Dial Post, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
FAQs for Dial Post
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Dial Post?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Dial Post?
Yes, Dial Post is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
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What we’re asked to look at in Dial Post
If a flat roof keeps leaking after patching, the hole may be elsewhere. Electronic testing helps pinpoint it.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Failed seams and laps
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
Around Dial Post, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What exactly goes into their report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
How we price electronic leak detection
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
For a price for your roof in Dial Post, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Dial Post, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Flat and commercial roofs around Dial Post
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
For properties in and around Dial Post, we check what can be seen safely and explain what we find.
Dial Post is about 7 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Dial Post is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. Brighton is in our area too.
We cover every part of RH13 for electronic leak detection. You’ll find streets such as The Green, Swallows Lane and Bentons Lane, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Dial Post, we cover Whitehall (2 miles north-west), Shipley (2 miles north), West Grinstead (2 miles north-east), Broomer's Corner (2 miles north-west) and Partridge Green (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (7 miles north), Worthing (10 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (10 miles east) and Littlehampton (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Dial Post
Not far away are Knepp Wildland and Chanctonbury Hill.