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Folkington Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Folkington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Stains far from any visible defect
Electronic leak detection in Folkington: what you get
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It works with an electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there is a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. You get a written report with photographs of each breach found. We survey green roofs, flat roof membranes and liquid-applied waterproofing, and the problems we are asked to look at most are holes around roof penetrations and damp inside with no sign on the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Folkington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically 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.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Folkington (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection looks like in Folkington
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Folkington, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Historic houses like Alfriston Clergy House, about 2.5 miles west, show how far back building around Folkington goes. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, often re-covered more than once. Landlords with a home close to Polegate station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of Saint Peter: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Folkington is about 4 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Folkington gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Electronic leak detection in BN26 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Filching (1 mile south-east), Wannock (1 mile east), Lower Willingdon (2 miles east), Polegate (2 miles east) and Willingdon (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (4 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (10 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Folkington
The closest station to Folkington is Polegate station, roughly 1.5 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Filching Manor And Motor Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Folkington include Combe Hill.
Folkington: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Folkington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Folkington is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when you book.
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How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. In a small place like Folkington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Folkington
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Sections we cannot safely access
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
Why act early in Folkington
Patching where you think the leak is often misses it. Testing shows where the membrane is actually breached. For older village homes like those around Folkington, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Folkington
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent look at the roof
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.