Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Finglesham, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for electronic leak detection in Finglesham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks through a covered membrane
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Finglesham
Do you cover smaller places like Finglesham?
Yes, Finglesham is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Finglesham?
Often, yes. Finglesham is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
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.
How is ELD priced?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. To get a quote, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How much time does ELD need?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. You will know roughly how long before we start.
Electronic leak detection in Finglesham: what you get
There are different ELD methods. Low-voltage testing is typically done with the surface wet and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed. Which one suits depends on the membrane and the layers of the roof and we explain which we’ll use. We’ll say if your roof does not suit either method before any testing starts. If you’ve noticed gaps at membrane joints and punctures from foot traffic or tools, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on green roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and commercial flat roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Finglesham may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Finglesham (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Finglesham and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Not every leak is in the membrane. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out so attention can go to the right place. In a small place like Finglesham, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Do not let outlets block
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it typically takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Rural addresses near Finglesham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- 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
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Related advice
Electronic leak detection in Finglesham: local notes
Finglesham lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you live in an older home near Church of St George, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Sandwich station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Historic houses like Walmer Castle, about 3.4 miles south-east, show how far back building around Finglesham goes. If your home is older, its flat-roofed extension or dormer may be on its second or third covering.
Finglesham is about 2 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We survey roofs in Finglesham and the rest of Kent. Finglesham is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for electronic leak detection. Canterbury is in our area too.
We work across the CT14 postcode area for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. If you are just outside Finglesham, we cover Marley (1 mile south-west), Hacklinge (1 mile north-east), Ham (1 mile north-west), Northbourne (1 mile south) and Sholden Meadows (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (9 miles north).
What’s near Finglesham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sandwich Technology School, Betteshanger Park and The Crown Inn. The nearest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 2.4 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Deal Museum (2.5 miles east) and Sandown Castle (2.4 miles east). The countryside around Finglesham includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
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Different roofs, different checks
Inverted and paved roofs
If the build-up rules out ELD, we will say so.
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Testing may still be possible, depending on the build-up.