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Electronic Leak Detection in Old Romney
Electronic leak detection in Old Romney from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Failed seams and laps
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
How electronic leak detection works in Old Romney
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. It can find holes too small to spot by eye, so your roofer can repair them. You get a report with photos of each breach found. Common reasons to book are stains far from any visible defect and leaks that return after repairs, on commercial flat roofs, green roofs and flat roof membranes.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Old Romney take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often 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 normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
Where we can’t see part of the flat roof membrane, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Old Romney (TN29)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your 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
How we price electronic leak detection
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Flat roofs in Old Romney
Old Romney is within about 4 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. 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.
If you look after a building such as The Marsh Academy, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. Landlords with a home close to Appledore (Kent) station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Old Romney is about 10 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. We survey roofs in Old Romney and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
We work across TN29 for electronic leak detection. Other places close to Old Romney include Ivychurch (2 miles north), New Romney (2 miles east), Brenzett (2 miles north-west), Lydd (3 miles south) and Brookland (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (10 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (10 miles north-west) and Cheriton (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Old Romney
For rail, the closest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.9 miles north-west) and Romney 'castle' (within half a mile north-east). The countryside around Old Romney includes Burnthouse Pen and Dungeness National.
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FAQs for Old Romney
Will you come out to Old Romney?
Yes, Old Romney is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Old Romney?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How does ELD work?
ELD passes a small electrical current across the roof to locate holes in the membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached so we can pinpoint it.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. Size, build-up and access all affect the price. For a quote, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote. Somewhere like Old Romney needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
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What we are asked to look at in Old Romney
Holes in a membrane often come from feet, tools or debris. Some are too small to see, but still let water through.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Clement, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What follow-up you get after the report
Why act early in Old Romney
Repairs in the wrong place leave the leak in place. ELD shows the actual breach points. In a place like Old Romney, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Old Romney
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 20+ years’ experience
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Useful tips for Old Romney property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check trades protect the waterproofing
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
If we think the leak is not coming through the membrane, the report says so, with a suggestion of what to check next.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.