Kent · London and the South East
Mountain Street Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Mountain Street, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Mountain Street, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
About our electronic leak detection in Mountain Street
Our ELD report shows where each breach was found, with photographs. It tells your roofer exactly where to repair instead of hunting for the leak. Repair costs are not part of the report, so your roofer prices the work. Testing again after repairs can confirm the breaches have been dealt with, where the roof still suits the method. You get a written report with photos. If you are worried about patched roofs that still leak and new roofs to check before paving or planting, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Mountain Street take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Mountain Street (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Limit access to the roof
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Do not let outlets block
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
The report records each breach location with photos. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
What we look for on each type of roof
Bituminous membranes
ELD is often possible on bituminous membranes, depending on what’s below.
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing and that changes how testing works.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
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How we price electronic leak detection
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
For a price for your roof in Mountain Street, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
We’ll normally ask about:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
When to book a survey in Mountain Street
Work on the roof can damage a membrane. Fixings, equipment and foot traffic can leave small holes.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Damage from equipment installers
- Failed seams and laps
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- New membranes needing a check before handover
For landlords with property near Chilham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Mountain Street questions
Is Mountain Street within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mountain Street?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
Not every roof is suitable. Certain membranes are conductive and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. We’ll tell you if yours is not suitable at the start.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Is the repair part of the test?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. Your roofer uses the report to target the repair.
Electronic leak detection in Mountain Street: local notes
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Mountain Street is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Surveys in Mountain Street work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Mountain Street is one of the places in Kent we cover for electronic leak detection. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for electronic leak detection. We also cover Chilham (1 mile north-east), Godmersham (1 mile south), Old Wives Lees (1 mile north), Shottenden (2 miles north-west) and Bilting (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Faversham (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Mountain Street
Typical jobs here are in homes near Woolpack Inn and Broadham Down, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Chilham station, about 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.7 miles east) and Chilham Castle (less than half a mile north).