Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Goudhurst
Get a clear view of the flat roof membrane at a property in Goudhurst from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Failed seams and laps
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
Electronic leak detection in Goudhurst: what you get
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing is not possible, we will say so. We survey single-ply roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks through a covered membrane and leaks that return after repairs.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Goudhurst take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Goudhurst (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey typically takes a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Older roofs in small places like Goudhurst can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Goudhurst: your questions answered
Will you come out to Goudhurst?
Yes, Goudhurst is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Goudhurst is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. Your roofer uses the report to target the repair.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What affects the price in Goudhurst
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs 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
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Electronic leak detection around Goudhurst
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. The wider area around Goudhurst has a long history of building, with Scotney Castle about 2.6 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For landlords with property near Marden station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Goudhurst is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We carry out electronic leak detection in Goudhurst for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN17 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets like High Street, Church Road and Back Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Goudhurst include Smallbridge (1 mile north-west), Brandfold (1 mile north), Broad Ford (1 mile north-west), Capel Cross (2 miles north) and Glassenbury (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (11 miles north), Foley Park (12 miles north) and Paddock Wood (5 miles north-west).
Around Goudhurst
In Goudhurst, that means homes and buildings near The Star And Eagle Hotel and The Gill, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Marden station, about 4.5 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Finchcocks Musical Museum (1.6 miles south-west) and Ticehurst House Hospital (5.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Bewl Water.
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Punctures from foot traffic and equipment are common on single-ply roofs. ELD can locate them.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Testing a liquid-applied roof depends on what’s beneath the coating.
Nearby places to Goudhurst
Also in Goudhurst
Do you need electronic leak detection in Goudhurst?
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Failed seams and laps
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Water coming in under a flat roof
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
What happens if roof problems are left?
Repairs in the wrong place leave the leak in place. ELD shows the actual breach points. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Goudhurst, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
For a price for your roof in Goudhurst, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.