Kent · London and the South East
Nonington Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection in Nonington from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
Common questions in Nonington
Do you carry out roof surveys in Nonington?
Yes, Nonington is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Nonington within the area you cover?
Yes, Nonington is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Can every flat roof be tested?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Let us know what you know about the roof and we will check whether ELD will work.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Is the repair part of the test?
No, the test finds the breaches and your roofer repairs them. The report gives your roofer the locations.
How electronic leak detection works in Nonington
ELD finds breaches in the membrane, not every cause of water getting in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We will point you to the likely next step. Typical surveys look at stains far from any visible defect and holes around roof penetrations, on single-ply roofs, green roofs and roof terraces and balconies.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Nonington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Nonington (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take 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. In a small place like Nonington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Do not let outlets block
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. That is something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Limit foot traffic on flat roofs. Many breaches come from foot traffic.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Nonington
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Common roof problems in Nonington
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Many are tiny, but still let water through.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Damage from equipment installers
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their track record with similar roofs
Prices for electronic leak detection in Nonington
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
For a price for your roof in Nonington, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- How wet the insulation is
- Repairing the breaches (that’s for your roofer)
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Nonington
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
Local flat roofs in Nonington
Goodnestone Park, about 1.4 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Nonington. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
For landlords with property near Aylesham station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you look after a building like Nonington Church of England Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Nonington is about 7 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We survey roofs in Nonington and the rest of Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent. Canterbury is in our area too.
We work across CT15 for electronic leak detection. Local streets include Vicarage Lane, St Mary's Close and Park View Rise, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Nonington: Snowdown (1 mile south-west), Frogham (1 mile south), Ratling (1 mile north-west), Chillenden (1 mile north-east) and Barfrestone (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (7 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Nonington
The nearest railway station is Aylesham station, roughly 0.8 miles west of the centre.