Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Ightham, Kent
Electronic leak detection in Ightham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Gaps at membrane joints
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Record dates and spots where water appears
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. Your roofer can advise on that, and moisture readings can help.
Limit foot traffic on flat roofs. Many breaches come from foot traffic.
How electronic leak detection works in Ightham
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Ightham and the rest of London and the South East. A visit usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey flat roof membranes, commercial flat roofs and single-ply roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are new membranes needing a check before handover and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced.
Some older homes in villages like Ightham are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Ightham (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Ightham questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ightham?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Ightham is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Ightham listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
How do you choose the testing method?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We will explain why when we quote.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Roof by roof
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing and that changes how testing works.
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM rubber roofs frequently last 30–50 years, but punctures and seam failures still happen.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Ightham
Testing a new membrane before it’s covered is easier than tracing a leak later. Once layers are added, finding a breach is harder. Older and listed buildings around Ightham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Photos and a written report every time
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ightham
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Electronic leak detection in Ightham: local notes
The wider area around Ightham has a long history of building, with Ightham Mote about 1.5 miles south. If your home is one of the older ones, 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. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you let a flat or house near Borough Green & Wrotham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Take a building like Ightham Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Ightham is about 4 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Wherever you are in Ightham, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Kent coverage includes Ightham. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN15 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Streets in the area include The Street, Redwell Lane and Old Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Ightham include Oldbury (1 mile north), Ivy Hatch (1 mile south-west), Sheet Hill (1 mile south-east), Styants Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Yopps Green (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south).
What’s near Ightham
We work in homes and buildings around Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, Wrotham School and The Old House. Ightham’s nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east. A little further out are Ightham Court (1.1 miles north) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.3 miles east).
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us 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 usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a small place like Ightham, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the roof and where water is showing.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Areas we can’t reach or that can’t be tested
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies