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Electronic Leak Detection in Maynard's Green
We take a careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Maynard's Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Failed seams and laps
- New membranes needing a check before handover
Electronic leak detection in Maynard's Green: what you get
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing, not every cause of water getting in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. We’ll tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. We will point you to the likely next step. We survey single-ply roofs, flat roof membranes and commercial flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks through a covered membrane and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings.
In a small place like Maynard's Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Maynard's Green (TN21)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roofs in Maynard's Green
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. With Horselunges Manor about 4.2 miles south, Maynard's Green sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as Christ Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Maynard's Green is about 6 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Maynard's Green, we can come and survey your property. Maynard's Green is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
All of TN21 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on West Street Lane, Tubwell Lane and Sicklehatch Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Maynard's Green is on the B2203, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Maynard's Green: Sandy Cross (1 mile north), Horam (1 mile south), Vines Cross (1 mile south-east), Heathfield (1 mile north) and Warbleton (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (11 miles south), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles south-west) and Hailsham (6 miles south).
Near you in Maynard's Green
We work in homes and buildings around Heathfield Community College and Runt-in-Tun pub. Nearby you will also find Old Castle (4.5 miles east) and Sussex Farm Museum (1 mile south). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Testing a new membrane before it is covered is easier than tracing a leak later. Covered roofs are harder to test. Older cottages and farmhouses around Maynard's Green 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.
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. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Maynard's Green
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. 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 Maynard's Green, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Maynard's Green
Will you come out to Maynard's Green?
Yes, Maynard's Green is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Maynard's Green?
Yes, Maynard's Green is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Maynard's Green as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Maynard's Green?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Share any details you have and we will confirm suitability.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How does ELD work?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. A breach lets the current through, which shows us where the hole is.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Do you need electronic leak detection in Maynard's Green?
When the membrane is buried, holes cannot be seen at all. Electronic methods can help on some of these roofs though it depends on the layers.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Maynards Green Community Primary School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a close look at the flat roof membrane, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- How wet the insulation is
- Fixing the holes we find
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs