Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Lashenden
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Lashenden. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
How we price electronic leak detection
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- House, block, shop or office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
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.
Electronic leak detection in Lashenden
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It uses a small electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there’s a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. You get a written report with photos of each breach found. Common reasons to book are breaches hidden under paving or planting and patched roofs that still leak, on single-ply roofs, commercial flat roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing.
Some older homes in villages like Lashenden are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Lashenden (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we set out in the quote. For a village or hamlet like Lashenden, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- 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
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We discuss this before quoting.
Single-ply membranes
Some single-ply membranes suit electronic testing well but it depends on the product and layers.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Lashenden
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lashenden?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Lashenden in the area you cover?
Yes, Lashenden is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
How do you choose the testing method?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We will explain why when we quote.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Why act early in Lashenden
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is simpler. Covered roofs are harder to test. For an older or listed building in a place like Lashenden, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
The report records each breach location with photos. Pass it to your roofer to repair the breach points.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Also near Lashenden
What else we do in Lashenden
Local flat roofs in Lashenden
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Headcorn station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. In and around Lashenden, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Lashenden is about 10 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Lashenden and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Lashenden. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN27 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Bell Lane and Frittenden Road. If you’re just outside Lashenden, we cover Standen (1 mile south-east), Curteis' Corner (1 mile south), Monk's Hill (1 mile east), Hareplain (2 miles south-west) and Smarden Bell (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west), Foley Park (11 miles north-west) and Paddock Wood (11 miles west).
Near you in Lashenden
The closest station to Lashenden is Headcorn station, roughly 1.8 miles north. Nearby you will also find Kent Firefighting Museum (1.2 miles west) and Romden Castle (2.9 miles east).