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Electronic leak detection in East Dean, West Sussex
Wondering about the flat roof membrane at a property in East Dean? We carry out electronic leak detection in East Dean and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Holes left by work on the roof
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Share any drawings of the roof
If we think the leak is not coming through the membrane, the report says so, with a suggestion of what to check next.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
About our electronic leak detection in East Dean
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work, and some may need lifting. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. We will tell you if the roof can’t be tested. Typical surveys look at gaps at membrane joints and damage from equipment installers, across liquid-applied waterproofing, flat roof membranes and green roofs.
Somewhere as small as East Dean, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- East Dean (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in East Dean
Repeated call-outs for the same leak add up. A report showing the breach points gives your roofer a clear target. For older village homes like those around East Dean, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but 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. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere like East Dean needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- The testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- We test the membrane and find where current is passing through it.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
What else we do in East Dean
Roof by roof
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous roofs frequently have laps and old repairs that can leak. We test where the roof suits it.
Single-ply membranes
Punctures from foot traffic and equipment are common on single-ply roofs. ELD can locate them.
FAQs for East Dean
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Dean?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like East Dean?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. To get a quote, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. You’ll know roughly how long before we start.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Flat and commercial roofs around East Dean
Historic houses like West Dean House, about 2.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around East Dean goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
East Dean is about 6 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in East Dean, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across West Sussex, we cover East Dean. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Main Road, Chapel Row and Charlton Road. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Charlton (1 mile west), Singleton (2 miles west), West Dean (3 miles west), Heyshott (3 miles north) and Cocking (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (8 miles south), Chichester (6 miles south-west), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east) and Emsworth (10 miles south-west).
Near you in East Dean
In East Dean, that means homes and buildings near The Star And Garter Public House and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Weald and Downland Gridshell (1.8 miles west) and Chichester Centre (5 miles south-west). Open spaces near East Dean include Graffham Common and Levin Down.
What we cannot see
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Areas we cannot reach or that cannot be tested
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs