Surrey · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Farley Green
We take a careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Farley Green, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaks through a covered membrane
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey typically takes a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. Somewhere as small as Farley Green, 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 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.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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About our electronic leak detection in Farley Green
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Farley Green and across London and the South East. Testing usually 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. You get a report with photographs. Typical surveys look at a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and waterproofing to test before it’s covered, across single-ply roofs, commercial flat roofs and flat roof membranes.
In a small place like Farley Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Farley Green (GU5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Farley Green
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is simpler. Covered roofs are harder to test. In a small place like Farley Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You will know the price for the job before you book.
Why us?
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Local flat roofs in Farley Green
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 on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. About 2.7 miles north-west lies Chilworth Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Farley Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Chilworth station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Michael, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Farley Green is about 5 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Bookings from Farley Green are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Farley Green is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Here we cover the GU5 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Local streets include Ride Lane, Shophouse Lane and August Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Peaslake (2 miles east), Holmbury St Mary (3 miles east), Pitland Street (3 miles east), Ewhurst (4 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (5 miles north-west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Horley (14 miles east) and Redhill (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Farley Green
We work in homes and buildings around King William IV Public House and Cucknell's Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chilworth station, about 2.3 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Abinger Castle (3.3 miles east) and Shere Museum (1.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s St Martha's Hill and Combe Bottom.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Don’t leave water getting in
- Limit access to the roof
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Test new membranes before covering them
The report records each breach location with photos. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
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What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What electronic leak detection does not cover
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Some conductive membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
For a price for your roof in Farley Green, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Questions from Farley Green
Is Farley Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Farley Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Farley Green is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
ELD does not suit every roof. Certain membranes are conductive, and some build-ups lack a suitable layer below. If your roof will not work, we will say so before testing.
How much time does ELD need?
Testing usually takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.