West Sussex · London and the South East
Newtimber Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Newtimber. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Leaks through a covered membrane
What happens if roof problems are left?
Not every leak is in the membrane. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out, so other causes can be checked. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Newtimber, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Electronic leak detection in Newtimber
Water can travel under a flat roof membrane before it shows inside. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. ELD tests the waterproofing directly, to find where it has been breached. It is testing only and leave the repair to your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. The results then follow in a written report with photos. Common reasons to book are leaks through a covered membrane and new roofs to check before paving or planting, across green roofs, flat roof membranes and liquid-applied waterproofing.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Newtimber take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Newtimber (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Newtimber
Also in Newtimber
Flat and commercial roofs around Newtimber
Portslade Manor, about 4.6 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Newtimber. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Landlords with a home close to Hassocks station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Newtimber is about 5 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. If you’re in Newtimber, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Newtimber is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Electronic leak detection in BN6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Clayton (2 miles east), Hurstpierpoint (2 miles north), Hurst Wickham (2 miles north-east), Hassocks (2 miles north-east) and Keymer (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (12 miles north-west), Worthing (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles south-west).
Around Newtimber
The nearest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (4.2 miles north) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (2.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Newtimber include Woods Mill and Wolstonbury Hill.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Keep outlets clear of debris
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Note where leaks show inside and when
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and letting agents in Newtimber book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof membrane, with photos.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Newtimber: your questions answered
Is Newtimber in the area you cover?
Yes, Newtimber is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Newtimber as anywhere else.
Will you come out to Newtimber?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Can every flat roof be tested?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Share any details you have and we’ll check whether ELD will work.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long will testing take?
Testing typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
What happens on the day
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Around Newtimber, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Newtimber
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The leak may show some distance from where water gets in, so tracing it by eye is difficult.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St John Evangelist: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
What affects the price in Newtimber
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.