Surrey · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Farleigh
Electronic leak detection in Farleigh from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Holes left by work on the roof
FAQs for Farleigh
Do you cover Farleigh?
Yes, Farleigh is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Farleigh?
Yes. Farleigh is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can every flat roof be tested?
ELD does not suit every roof. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. If your roof will not work, we’ll say so before testing.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
What does electronic leak detection do?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through, which shows us where the hole is.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How electronic leak detection works in Farleigh
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Farleigh and the rest of London and the South East. Testing normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. The results come in a written report with photos. Typical surveys look at leaks under green or ballasted roofs and new roofs to check before paving or planting, on single-ply roofs, green roofs and roof terraces and balconies.
In a small place like Farleigh, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Farleigh (CR6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in Farleigh
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Historic houses like Addington Palace, about 2.2 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Farleigh goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Landlords with a home close to Upper Warlingham station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary the Virgin, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Farleigh is about 4 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. Whether the building in Farleigh is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Farleigh is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in CR6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Farleigh Court Road and Old Farleigh Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Chelsham (1 mile south), Fickleshole (1 mile east), Forestdale (1 mile north), New Addington (1 mile north-east) and Hamsey Green (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (10 miles west), Horley (12 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles west), Reigate (10 miles south-west) and Caterham (4 miles south-west).
What’s near Farleigh
Around Farleigh, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ledgers Wood. The nearest railway station is Upper Warlingham station, roughly 2.3 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Warlingham Park Hospital (0.6 miles south) and East Surrey Museum (3.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Nore Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Farleigh
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Do not let outlets block
Questions about the results are welcome. We will explain what was found and what it means.
Check contractors protect the waterproofing when they work up there. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Also near Farleigh
More services for Farleigh
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Carrying out the repair work
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- The extent of water in the insulation
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Farleigh, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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How we price electronic leak detection
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common roof problems in 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.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- New membranes needing a check before handover
Anyone responsible for a site like Meridian High School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their track record with similar roofs