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Electronic leak detection in Dunkirk, Kent
Electronic leak detection in Dunkirk from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Holes left by work on the roof
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
Electronic leak detection in Dunkirk
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use and parts may need to be lifted. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. We’ll tell you if the roof can’t be tested. If you’re worried about gaps at membrane joints and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Dunkirk take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Dunkirk (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Dunkirk
Seams are a common weak point in flat roof waterproofing. Small openings at laps can leak long before anyone notices.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks that return after repairs
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Christ Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What exactly goes into their report
Nearby places to Dunkirk
Other services in Dunkirk
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Older rural homes like those around Dunkirk can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Flat and commercial roofs around Dunkirk
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Dunkirk, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Selling station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Dunkirk is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. In Dunkirk, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Dunkirk is one of the places in Kent where we work for electronic leak detection.
We work across ME13 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on London Road and Courtenay Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Dunkirk include Boughton under Blean (1 mile west), Winterbourne (1 mile south-west), Hickmans Green (1 mile west), Oversland (1 mile south-west) and South Street (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Dunkirk
In Dunkirk, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion pub and Mount Ephraim Gardens, among other places. The nearest railway station is Selling station, about 1.9 miles south-west. A little further out are Chilham Castle (3.5 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (4.4 miles east). The countryside around Dunkirk includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Useful tips for Dunkirk property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
File the report with your roof paperwork. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Consider testing a new membrane before it’s covered. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.
Why get it checked now?
Patching where you think the leak is frequently misses it. Testing shows where the membrane is actually breached. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
Questions from Dunkirk
How do I find out if my home in Dunkirk is listed?
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 roofs near the sea, like those around Dunkirk, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
ELD doesn’t suit every roof. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. We’ll tell you if yours is not suitable before testing.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How do I book a survey in Dunkirk?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.