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Electronic leak detection in Nuthurst, West Sussex
Electronic leak detection in Nuthurst, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Holes left by work on the roof
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Limit access to the roof
- Find the breach before more patching
- Note where leaks show inside and when
File the report with your roof paperwork. It shows the condition of the membrane on that date.
Do not leave a flat roof leak running. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Electronic leak detection in Nuthurst
Electronic leak detection works on many flat roof membranes, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or to test a new membrane before it is covered. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays when conditions allow. Just ask about your roof. We are often asked to look into gaps at membrane joints and leaks under green or ballasted roofs, across flat roof membranes, liquid-applied waterproofing and roof terraces and balconies.
Somewhere as small as Nuthurst, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Nuthurst (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Leaks from plumbing or windows
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up isn’t suitable
- Repairing the breaches (that’s for your roofer)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
Landlords, agents and block managers in Nuthurst
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Local flat roofs in Nuthurst
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Andrew's CofE Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you own a rental within reach of Horsham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Nuthurst is about 3 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Nuthurst and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Crawley is in our area too.
We cover every part of RH13 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Maplehurst (1 mile south), Southwater (2 miles west), Tower Hill (3 miles north-west), Horsham (3 miles north) and Brooks Green (4 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (8 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east), East Grinstead (15 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south).
Near you in Nuthurst
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Leonardslee and the streets around them. The closest station to Nuthurst is Horsham station, about 3.1 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Christs Hospital School Museum (3.1 miles north-west) and Horsham Hospital (3.4 miles north). The countryside around Nuthurst includes Knepp Wildland.
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself 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. In a small place like Nuthurst, access is normally 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 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.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Why get it checked now?
Repairs in the wrong place leave the leak in place. ELD shows the actual breach points. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Why book with us
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Nuthurst questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Nuthurst?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Nuthurst?
Yes. Nuthurst is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Nuthurst
Repeated leaks after repairs suggest the real breach hasn’t been found. ELD can locate the breach more precisely.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Andrew, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you get a written report with photos