Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Hamstreet, Kent
We take a careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Hamstreet, with photos and a written report.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
Electronic leak detection in Hamstreet: what you get
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 photo-illustrated written report of each breach found. We survey commercial flat roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are breaches hidden under paving or planting and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Hamstreet take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the flat roof membrane, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Hamstreet (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in Hamstreet
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of the Good Shepherd, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Ham Street station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Take a building like Hamstreet Primary Academy: a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Hamstreet is about 5 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Roofs in Hamstreet get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Hamstreet. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Surveys in TN26 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Dukes Meadow and Rectory Walk. Other places close to Hamstreet include Orlestone (1 mile north-west), Ruckinge (1 mile east), Kenardington (2 miles west), Bromley Green (2 miles north) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (5 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles east), Hythe (10 miles east), Hawkinge (14 miles east), Tenterden (7 miles west) and Cheriton (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Hamstreet
We work in homes and buildings around The Dukes Head pub. There’s a railway station in Hamstreet itself: Ham Street station. A little further out are Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.9 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (5.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hamstreet
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Locating it early helps limit the damage. For older village homes like those around Hamstreet, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
What we can’t see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- How wet the insulation is
- Fixing the holes we find
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber roofs
Certain rubber membranes are conductive, which can rule out some methods. We’ll tell you if yours is not suitable.
Green and ballasted roofs
Parts of the covering may have to come up. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
Prices for electronic leak detection in Hamstreet
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has 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.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Useful tips for Hamstreet property owners
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Do not leave water getting in
- Share any drawings of the roof
Questions about the results are welcome. We will explain what was found and what it means.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
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FAQs for Hamstreet
Will you come out to Hamstreet?
Yes, Hamstreet is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover Hamstreet?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hamstreet as anywhere else.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Is the repair part of the test?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. The report gives your roofer the locations.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Older roofs in small places like Hamstreet can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Arrange a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.