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Electronic Leak Detection in Fittleworth
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Fittleworth, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Gaps at membrane joints
Electronic leak detection in Fittleworth
ELD suits many waterproofing membranes on flat roofs over offices, units, blocks of flats and homes. It can be used to trace an existing leak or to test a new membrane before it is covered. Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays when conditions allow. Let us know about your roof to find out more. We survey flat roof membranes, commercial flat roofs and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
Older buildings in small places like Fittleworth may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. 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. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Fittleworth (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Different roofs, different checks
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM is a long-lasting flat roof membrane, but punctures and seam failures still happen.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. For a village or hamlet like Fittleworth, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Towns and villages near Fittleworth
Other services in Fittleworth
What this survey can’t tell you
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
What happens if roof problems are left?
Chasing a leak again and again is frustrating. A clear record of where the breaches are helps break that cycle. Outbuildings and barns around Fittleworth are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Fittleworth, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Flat and commercial roofs around Fittleworth
Historic houses such as Old Place Manor, about 2.1 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Fittleworth goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Take a building like Fittleworth CofE Village School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Fittleworth is about 11 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. In Fittleworth, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Surveys in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Fairmead Close, School Lane and Greatpin Croft or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Fittleworth include Bedham (1 mile north), Lower Horncroft (1 mile south), Coates (1 mile south-west), Hardham (2 miles south-east) and Coldwaltham (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Fittleworth
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Swan Hotel, among other places. Fittleworth’s nearest station is Pulborough station, about 1.9 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Coates Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and The Mens.
Fittleworth questions
Do you cover Fittleworth?
Yes, Fittleworth is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Fittleworth as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fittleworth?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
What’s the price of ELD?
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. For a quote, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What does electronic leak detection do?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached so we can pinpoint it.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.