Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in East Farleigh, Kent
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in East Farleigh. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
How electronic leak detection works in East Farleigh
There are different ELD methods. Low-voltage methods usually need a wet roof surface and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof, and we’ll explain our choice. We will say if your roof does not suit either method at the outset. We survey single-ply roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies, and people most often book us about a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and punctures from foot traffic or tools.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like East Farleigh take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- East Farleigh (ME15, ME16)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we set out in the quote. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like East Farleigh can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
East Farleigh: your questions answered
Will you come out to East Farleigh?
Yes, East Farleigh is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover East Farleigh?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and East Farleigh is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
What’s the price of ELD?
We quote for each roof individually. Send us details of the roof, and ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a quote.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
In some cases. It depends on the build-up and the layers above the membrane and parts may need to be lifted. We will discuss it before we quote.
Nearby places to East Farleigh
Other services in East Farleigh
Flat roofs in East Farleigh
Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around East Farleigh 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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Shop and office owners around Fremlin Walk may find that a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. Take an older house close to Church of Saint Mary: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
East Farleigh is about 2 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. East Farleigh is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. East Farleigh is one of the places in Kent where we work.
Every address in ME15 and ME16 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Station Road, Lower Road and Kilnbridge Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Main roads around East Farleigh include the B2010, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to East Farleigh include Dean Street (1 mile east), Kettle Corner (1 mile west), Farleigh Green (1 mile west), Hoppers Corner (1 mile west) and Fant (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north), Tonbridge (10 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
What’s near East Farleigh
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Oakwood Park Grammar School, The Bull Inn and St Augustine Academy and the streets around them. East Farleigh has its own railway station: East Farleigh station. Nearby you’ll also find Fremlin Walk (2.2 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.2 miles north). Not far away are Boxley Hills.
What affects the price in East Farleigh
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Limit access to the roof
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Do not keep patching the same spot
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
Roof by roof
Bituminous membranes
Bitumen roofs can often be tested electronically though the layers below matter.
Single-ply membranes
ELD often works on single-ply membranes but it depends on the product and layers.
Common roof problems in East Farleigh
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Some are too small to see, but still let water through.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Damage from equipment installers
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Water coming in under a flat roof
If you look after a building such as East Farleigh Primary School, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How soon the report will arrive