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Electronic leak detection in Nutbourne, West Sussex
Electronic leak detection across Nutbourne, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Stains far from any visible defect
Electronic leak detection in Nutbourne
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It works with an electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there is a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. If you are worried about repairs that haven’t stopped the leak and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Nutbourne, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Nutbourne (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Rural addresses near Nutbourne can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
For a price for electronic leak detection in Nutbourne, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What electronic leak detection does not cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Moisture spread under the membrane
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
Leave it or get it looked at?
Patching where you think the leak is often misses it. ELD shows the actual breach points. Older and listed buildings around Nutbourne may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Local flat roofs in Nutbourne
Old Place Manor, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Nutbourne. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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 lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like West Chiltington Community Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For landlords with property near Pulborough station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Nutbourne is about 3 miles north of Storrington, in West Sussex. Bookings from Nutbourne are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Crawley is in our area too.
Electronic leak detection in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Stream Lane and Nutbourne Road. Other places close to Nutbourne include Marehill (1 mile south-west), Broomershill (1 mile north-west), West Chiltington (1 mile east), Gay Street (1 mile north) and West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
What’s near Nutbourne
We work in homes and buildings around The Rising Sun Inn, among other places. The closest station to Nutbourne is Pulborough station, roughly 2 miles west. Nearby you will also find Amberley Castle (4.6 miles south-west) and The Storrington And District Museum (3.1 miles south). Open spaces near Nutbourne include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Don’t let outlets block
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Check new waterproofing before handover
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. We can talk you through the findings.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Nutbourne
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 survey around it.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Towns and villages near Nutbourne
Also in Nutbourne
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Nutbourne
How do I find out if my home in Nutbourne is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Nutbourne?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
On some roofs, yes. What sits on the membrane affects the method, so we check the build-up first.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.