Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Ditton, Kent
Electronic leak detection in Ditton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
Electronic leak detection in Ditton
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It works with an electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. Common reasons to book are breaches hidden under paving or planting and leaks showing away from the breach, across liquid-applied waterproofing, single-ply roofs and commercial flat roofs.
Outbuildings, garden rooms and garages in places like Ditton often have flat roofs of their own. They’re rarely looked at until something gets wet. It is worth mentioning them when you book, so the visit can include them. Felt, rubber and GRP coverings on garages and outbuildings age in just the same way as the main roof’s.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Ditton (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Homes around Ditton frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- 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.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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Questions from Ditton
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ditton?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Ditton is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Ditton is listed?
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.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
How do you choose the testing method?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We’ll explain why when we quote.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Local flat roofs in Ditton
Historic houses such as Starkey Castle, about 4.8 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Ditton goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Peter's Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. If you run a business near Fremlin Walk, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. If you own a rental within reach of Aylesford station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Ditton is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. If you’re in Ditton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
All of ME20 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include London Road, Station Road and Scott Close. We also cover the places around Ditton: Aylesford (1 mile east), East Malling (1 mile west), Well Street (1 mile south-west), Allington (2 miles east) and West Malling (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
What’s near Ditton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Aylesford School, The Malling School and Kentish Quarryman pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Aylesford station, roughly 0.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Leybourne Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Ditton
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out so attention can go to the right place. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Ditton, so it’s useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
For a price for your roof in Ditton, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Nearby places to Ditton
What else we do in Ditton
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Ditton book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Limit access to the roof
- Do not leave water getting in
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Test new membranes before covering them
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.
Consider testing a new membrane before it’s covered. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.