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Electronic Leak Detection in Kingsfold
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Kingsfold, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks showing away from the breach
Electronic leak detection in Kingsfold: what you get
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we’ll say so. We survey green roofs, commercial flat roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing, and common reasons people get in touch are waterproofing to test before it’s covered and patched roofs that still leak.
In a village or hamlet like Kingsfold, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
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
- Kingsfold (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price electronic leak detection
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
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. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Getting in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM is a long-lasting flat roof membrane, but can still be punctured.
Single-ply membranes
Punctures from foot traffic and equipment are common on single-ply roofs. Testing helps find them.
The survey, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a hamlet or village like Kingsfold, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What we’re asked to look at in Kingsfold
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Stains far from any visible defect
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Water coming in under a flat roof
For any home in Kingsfold, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Are they insured for the work?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Kingsfold questions
Will you come out to Kingsfold?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Kingsfold listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How much time does ELD need?
It typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Will you repair the leak?
No, our part is finding the breaches. Your roofer uses the report to target the repair.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Limit access to the roof
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Where the evidence points to walls, copings or rooflights, we’ll note it, so other causes can be checked.
Keep people off the flat roof unless they need to be there. Feet and dropped tools are a common cause of holes.
Flat roofs in Kingsfold
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you own a rental within reach of Warnham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Kingsfold is about 3 miles north of Horsham, in West Sussex. We cover Kingsfold and the rest of West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Kingsfold and the places around it. You can also see our page for Crawley.
We survey roofs across the RH12 postcode area for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Foxwood, Priors Wood and Dorking Road. Other places close to Kingsfold include Paynes Green (2 miles north-west), Capel (2 miles north), Ockley (3 miles north-west), Forest Green (4 miles north-west) and Beare Green (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (6 miles east), Horsham (3 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (14 miles south-east), East Grinstead (14 miles east) and Broadfield (6 miles east).
Near you in Kingsfold
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Dog and Duck Public House, among other places. The closest station to Kingsfold is Warnham station, about 1.6 miles south. Nearby you will also find Horsham Hospital (3.2 miles south). For a walk, there is Leith Hill and Vann Lake.