East Sussex · London and the South East
Horam Electronic Leak Detection
Get a clear view of the flat roof membrane at a property in Horam from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks that return after repairs
Electronic leak detection in Horam: what you get
You get a report showing the location of each breach with photos. Your roofer can then repair those points rather than guessing. Repair costs are not part of the report, so your roofer prices the work. A retest after repairs can check the work, where the roof still suits the method. You get a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and breaches hidden under paving or planting, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Horam 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. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Horam (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Horam
Not every leak is in the membrane. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. Outbuildings and barns around Horam are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
For a price for your roof in Horam, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
When to book a survey in Horam
When the membrane is buried, holes can’t be seen at all. ELD can work on some covered roofs, depending on the build-up.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
Take a building like Maynards Green Community Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
What electronic leak detection looks like in Horam
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. About 3.2 miles south lies Horselunges Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Horam has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark such as Christ Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Horam is about 5 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Horam can all book electronic leak detection. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in TN21 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Little London Road, Toll Wood Road and Beauford Road. Other places close to Horam include Burlow (1 mile south-west), Vines Cross (1 mile east), Maynard's Green (1 mile north), Lions Green (1 mile north-west) and Warbleton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles south).
What’s near Horam
Typical jobs here are in homes near Horam Inn. Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (within half a mile north-west) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (3.1 miles south). For a walk, there is Selwyns Wood.
Nearby places to Horam
More services for Horam
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote. Somewhere as small as Horam, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Read more
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What we look for on each type of roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Parts of the covering may have to come up. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply can be punctured by tools or fixings. Testing helps find them.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Do not let outlets block
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Questions from Horam
Do you cover Horam?
Yes, Horam is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Horam?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
How does ELD work?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached, which shows us where the hole is.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.