Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Hadlow, Kent
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Hadlow. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Damage from equipment installers
How electronic leak detection works in Hadlow
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use, and some may need lifting. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful because they show what’s under the surface. If testing is not possible, we will say so. We are frequently asked to look into holes around roof penetrations and damp inside with no sign on the roof, on liquid-applied waterproofing, roof terraces and balconies and green roofs.
Somewhere as small as Hadlow, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Hadlow (TN11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Hadlow
Holes in a membrane often come from feet, tools or debris. Many are tiny but water still finds them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Failed seams and laps
- Holes left by work on the roof
Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What insurance they carry
- What they will not be able to tell you
Other services in Hadlow
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Let us know about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Don’t let outlets block
You receive a report showing where each breach was found, with photographs. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Check contractors protect the waterproofing when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
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. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Local flat roofs in Hadlow
The wider area around Hadlow has a long history of building, with Old Soar Manor about 2.6 miles north. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you let a flat or house near Beltring station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hadlow Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Hadlow is about 3 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Roofs in Hadlow get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Hadlow is one of the places in Kent where we work for electronic leak detection. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We cover every part of the TN11 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Whether your property is on The Square, High Street and Brookfields or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Pittswood (1 mile west), Goose Green (1 mile north-east), Golden Green (1 mile south), Parker's Green (1 mile south-west) and Barnes Street (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north), Tonbridge (3 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north).
Near you in Hadlow
We work in homes and buildings around Hadlow Rural Community School, Hadlow College and The Rose & Crown pub. The closest station to Hadlow is Beltring station, roughly 3.3 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Hadlow Tower museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (4.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. Around Hadlow, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the roof and where water is showing.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Repairing the breaches (that’s for your roofer)
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hadlow
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
FAQs for Hadlow
Is Hadlow in the area you cover?
Yes, Hadlow is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Hadlow listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. Size, build-up and access all affect the price. For a quote, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Which method do you use?
The method is chosen to suit the roof. Low-voltage testing normally needs a wet surface and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed.
How much time does ELD need?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. We’ll give you an idea when we quote.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.