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Frensham Electronic Leak Detection
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? You can book electronic leak detection in Frensham and across Surrey.
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks showing away from the breach
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Frensham
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It uses a small electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. It can find holes too small to spot by eye so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. You get a written report with photos of each breach found. We survey flat roof membranes, single-ply roofs and green roofs, and people most often book us about punctures from foot traffic or tools and leaking laps in the waterproofing.
Older buildings in small places like Frensham 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. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Frensham (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Inverted and paved roofs
Paving and terraces cover the membrane. Suitability depends on the layers.
EPDM rubber roofs
Some EPDM membranes conduct electricity which can limit electronic testing. We will say if the test won’t work.
Towns and villages near Frensham
Other services in Frensham
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey 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 Frensham, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. ELD aims to locate the breach first, so the repair can be targeted. Around Frensham, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Frensham, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Electronic leak detection around Frensham
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. The wider area around Frensham has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 3.6 miles north. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's CofE Aided Infant School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you own a rental within reach of Farnham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Frensham is about 3 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. Bookings from Frensham are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Surrey, we cover Frensham. Guildford is in our area too.
We work across GU10 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on The Street and Peakfield or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Millbridge (1 mile north), Shortfield Common (1 mile north), Crosswater (1 mile south-east), Tilford Reeds (2 miles north-east) and Tilford Common (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (12 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north), Frimley (11 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south-east).
Near you in Frensham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Flashes and Edgeborough School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Farnham station, about 3.2 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (3.6 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (3.3 miles north). Not far away are Culverswell Hill and Farnham Heath.
Useful tips for Frensham property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Have roof specifications to hand
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It is a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Consider testing a new membrane before it’s covered. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
How we price electronic leak detection
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
FAQs for Frensham
Is my home in Frensham listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Frensham?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Frensham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. What sits on the membrane affects the method so we check the roof first.