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Electronic Leak Detection in North Looe
Electronic leak detection in North Looe from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
About our electronic leak detection in North Looe
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use, and some may need lifting. We talk this through before we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we will say so. If you are worried about repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and leaks under green or ballasted roofs, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like North Looe are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
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.
- Location
- North Looe (KT17)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in North Looe
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Why get it checked now?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. ELD aims to locate the breach first so your roofer knows where to work. For an older or listed building in a place like North Looe, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in North Looe
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Many are tiny, but still let water through.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Holes around roof penetrations
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wallace Fields Infant School and Nursery, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take as long as needed for the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Somewhere like North Looe needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
For a price for electronic leak detection in North Looe, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
North Looe questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in North Looe?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and North Looe is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is North Looe within the area you cover?
Yes, North Looe is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Is the repair part of the test?
No. ELD is testing only. The report shows where each breach is so your roofer can fix them.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. You’ll know roughly how long before we start.
How does ELD work?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, so wherever there’s a hole, it passes through. That lets us find breaches that are too small to see.
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply can be punctured by tools or fixings. Testing helps find them.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Pinholes in a coating can let water through. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
Nearby places to North Looe
Other services in North Looe
Electronic leak detection in North Looe: local notes
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Fitznells Manor, about 1.3 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around North Looe. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you let a flat or house near Epsom Downs station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you run a business near The Ashley Centre, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts.
North Looe is about 1 mile east of Epsom, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in North Looe can all book electronic leak detection. North Looe is one of the places in Surrey where we work for electronic leak detection. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the KT17 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Local streets include Priest Hill Close and Reigate Road. We also cover Epsom Downs (1 mile south), Nork (1 mile south-east), Epsom (1 mile west), Ewell (1 mile north-west) and Cheam (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Woking (15 miles west), Horley (11 miles south), Redhill (7 miles south-east), Egham (15 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near North Looe
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Old Kings Head Public House, Priest Hill and Glyn School. For rail, the closest station is Epsom Downs station, about 0.7 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Chessington Castle Hill (2.8 miles north-west) and Cockney Museum (2 miles north). Open spaces near North Looe include Cuddington Meadows.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Sections we cannot safely access
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up is not suitable
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing