West Sussex · London and the South East
Ifold Electronic Leak Detection
An experienced roof surveyor for electronic leak detection in Ifold. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Holes around roof penetrations
Electronic leak detection in Ifold: what you get
Not every flat roof suits electronic testing. Some membranes conduct electricity themselves, and some build-ups lack the layer the test needs below the membrane. If your roof isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you before any testing. Any details you have about the membrane and build-up help us decide, such as drawings or specifications. It saves a wasted visit. We survey green roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies, and people most frequently book us about leaks through a covered membrane and holes around roof penetrations.
Somewhere as small as Ifold, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Ifold (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. Electronic testing finds the hole first, so the repair can be targeted. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ifold can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Ifold
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Ifold, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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Places near Ifold
Also in Ifold
Flat and commercial roofs around Ifold
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Loxwood Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Take an older house close to St John the Baptist: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Ifold is about 9 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Ifold and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Ifold is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: RH14. Whether your property is on Birchwood Close, The Drive and Wildacre Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Ifold, we cover Loxwood (1 mile north-east), Plaistow (1 mile west), Alfold Bars (2 miles north-east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles south) and Durfold Wood (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (15 miles east), Horsham (9 miles east), Broadfield (14 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south), Billingshurst (5 miles south-east) and Bewbush (14 miles east).
Near you in Ifold
Open spaces near Ifold include Shillinglee Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
What affects the price in Ifold
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up is not suitable
- Carrying out the repair work
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Don’t let outlets block
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Note where leaks show inside and when
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Consider testing a new membrane before it is covered. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Common questions in Ifold
Do you cover smaller places like Ifold?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ifold?
Yes, Ifold is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Ifold?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Which method do you use?
The method is chosen to suit the roof. Low-voltage testing typically needs a wet surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
It typically takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote.