West Sussex · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Lickfold
Electronic leak detection in Lickfold, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
What we look for on each type of roof
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous felt and modified bitumen membranes are common. Whether ELD suits them depends on the build-up.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply can be punctured by tools or fixings. ELD can locate them.
Electronic leak detection in Lickfold
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Lickfold and across London and South East England. Testing usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. You get a report with photos. We survey commercial flat roofs, single-ply roofs and roof terraces and balconies, and common reasons people get in touch are repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and leaks through a covered membrane.
Somewhere as small as Lickfold, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Lickfold (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Sections we can’t safely access
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know 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. Most visits take as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Somewhere as small as Lickfold, 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 ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- The testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What we’re asked to look at in Lickfold
When the membrane is buried, holes can’t be seen at all. Electronic methods can help on some of these roofs though it depends on the layers.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
If you let a flat or house near Haslemere station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What insurance they carry
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What electronic leak detection looks like in Lickfold
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. About 3.4 miles south-west lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around Lickfold has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Lawrence, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Lickfold is about 11 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Bookings from Lickfold are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across West Sussex, we cover Lickfold. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We survey roofs across GU28 for electronic leak detection. Close by, we survey roofs in Lurgashall (1 mile north-east), Lodsworth (2 miles south), Northchapel (3 miles north-east), Ebernoe (3 miles east) and Ansteadbrook (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Chichester (13 miles south), Storrington (12 miles south-east), Billingshurst (10 miles east), Portfield (13 miles south), Yapton (15 miles south) and Southwater (15 miles east).
Near you in Lickfold
For rail, the closest station is Haslemere station, roughly 4.7 miles north. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (3.1 miles south) and Midhurst Museum (3.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Cooksbridge Meadow and Blackdown.
Lickfold questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lickfold?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Lickfold is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Lickfold listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
What’s the price of ELD?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Send us details of the roof, and call 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a quote.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Limit access to the roof
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
You receive a report showing where each breach was found, with photographs. Pass it to your roofer to repair the breach points.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.