Surrey · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Horne
We take a careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Horne, with photos and a written report.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
Different roofs, different checks
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Small holes in liquid waterproofing may leak. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
EPDM rubber roofs
Certain rubber membranes are conductive, which can rule out some methods. We will say if the test will not work.
About our electronic leak detection in Horne
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. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. You get a report with photos of each breach found. Common reasons to book are new roofs to check before paving or planting and damp inside with no sign on the roof, across roof terraces and balconies, single-ply roofs and commercial flat roofs.
In a small place like Horne, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Horne (RH6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Horne
A breach can be left during installation. Testing before the roof is covered or handed over helps find them.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Failed seams and laps
Landlords with a home close to Godstone station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before booking
- What experience they bring
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Horne
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horne?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Horne in the area you cover?
Yes, Horne is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
What do I do with the report?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
ELD doesn’t suit every roof. Some membranes conduct electricity, and some build-ups lack a suitable layer below. We’ll tell you if yours is not suitable at the start.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Roof area
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Carrying out the repair work
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Moisture spread under the membrane
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. Around Horne, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before booking, 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, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Why act early in Horne
Not every leak is in the membrane. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Other services in Horne
Flat and commercial roofs around Horne
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Horne is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. Surveys in Horne work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
We survey roofs across RH6 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Church Road and Whitewood Lane, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Horne, we cover Whitewood (1 mile north-east), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
Near you in Horne
In Horne, that means homes and buildings near The Jolly Farmer pub, among other places. The closest station to Horne is Godstone station, about 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find East Surrey Hospital (4.2 miles north-west) and Bletchingley Castle (3.8 miles north). For a walk, there is Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.