Essex · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Moreton, Essex
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you decide what to do next. We carry out electronic leak detection in Moreton, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Water coming in under a flat roof
How the survey changes by roof type
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid waterproofing has no laps but holes and thin areas can occur. Suitability for ELD depends on the system.
EPDM rubber roofs
Whether an EPDM roof can be tested depends on the membrane and build-up. We check before we quote.
About our electronic leak detection in Moreton
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage testing is normally done with the surface wet and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof, and we will explain our choice. If neither method suits your roof, we’ll tell you at the outset. If you’re worried about holes left by work on the roof and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Moreton are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. 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.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Moreton (CM5)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Fixing the holes we find
- How wet the insulation is
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Do not leave water getting in
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Share any drawings of the roof
Once repairs are made, the roof can be tested again if you want to check them if the build-up allows.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Moreton and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Electronic leak detection around Moreton
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. If you look after a building like Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Moreton is about 5 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. Anywhere in Moreton, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
We work across CM5 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. We cover properties on Church Road, Bridge Road and Matthews Court and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Pedlars End (1 mile south-west), Bobbingworth (1 mile south), Bovinger (1 mile south-west), Little Laver (2 miles north-east) and Clatterford End (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (11 miles east), Basildon (15 miles south-east), Harlow (5 miles north-west), Brentwood (9 miles south-east), Billericay (12 miles south-east) and Loughton (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Moreton
In Moreton, that means homes and buildings near Moreton Massey pub and The Ongar Academy and the streets around them. A little further out are St. Margaret's Hospital (4.9 miles south-west) and Willingale Doe (4.1 miles east). The countryside around Moreton includes Gernon Bushes.
Common questions in Moreton
How do I find out if my home in Moreton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Moreton in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Moreton is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. You’ll know roughly how long before we start.
Does ELD work under paving or planting?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. Covered roofs limit the methods we can use so we check the roof first.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
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What we do, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Rural addresses near Moreton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
For a price for electronic leak detection in Moreton, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
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What affects the price in Moreton
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.