Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in New Hythe
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? You can book electronic leak detection in New Hythe and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Leaks showing away from the breach
Electronic leak detection in New Hythe
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in New Hythe and across London and South East England. Testing usually takes a length of time set by the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey commercial flat roofs, roof terraces and balconies and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are new roofs to check before paving or planting and damage from equipment installers.
Somewhere as small as New Hythe, 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 ahead of time. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- New Hythe (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. In a place like New Hythe, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Over 20 years’ experience
- PI and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
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Common questions in New Hythe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in New Hythe?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in New Hythe?
Yes, New Hythe is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How much time does ELD need?
It usually takes a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in New Hythe?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Sections we can’t safely access
- How wet the insulation is
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
Useful tips for New Hythe property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That is something to discuss with your roofer and other checks can help judge it.
Consider testing a new membrane before it’s covered. It is easier to find holes before more layers are added.
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as New Hythe, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, 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 email us.
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What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Surveys for landlords and agents in New Hythe
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Flat and commercial roofs around New Hythe
The wider area around New Hythe has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 3.7 miles north. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you run a business near Fremlin Walk, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. If you let a flat or house near New Hythe station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
New Hythe is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. If you’re in New Hythe, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Surveys in ME20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Sherwood Avenue, Ingram Close and Abery Drive, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around New Hythe: Lunsford (1 mile west), Larkfield (1 mile south-west), Leybourne (1 mile south-west), Eccles (1 mile north-east) and Snodland (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in New Hythe
Typical jobs here are in homes near Aylesford School, The Monks Head pub and Leybourne Lakes Country Park and the streets around them. There is a railway station in New Hythe itself: New Hythe station. Nearby you’ll also find Maidstone Hospital (2.8 miles south-east) and Medway megaliths (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near New Hythe include Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.