Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Perry, Kent
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Perry and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Water coming in under a flat roof
About our electronic leak detection in Perry
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing but not every way water gets in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We’ll point you to the likely next step. If you’ve noticed holes around roof penetrations and leaks that return after repairs, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roof membranes, roof terraces and balconies and green roofs alike.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Perry take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. 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. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Perry (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Perry
Do you cover smaller places like Perry?
Yes, Perry is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Perry?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Perry is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What’s the price of ELD?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. To get a quote, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Perry
New membranes can have defects from installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
If you let a flat or house near Adisham station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Will the report include photos?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Towns and villages near Perry
Also in Perry
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes a length of time set by the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. Around Perry, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- 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
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Use boards when working on the roof
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Perry
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber roofs
Some EPDM membranes conduct electricity which can limit electronic testing. We’ll tell you if yours isn’t suitable.
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing, which affects testing.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Flat and commercial roofs around Perry
Goodnestone Park, about 3.1 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Perry. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you live in an older home near Elmstone Church, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. If you look after a building such as Preston Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Perry is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever you are in Perry, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Electronic leak detection in CT3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Walmestone Road and Perry Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Perry: Nash (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile south), Hoaden (1 mile east), Elmstone (1 mile north) and Broomhill (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Perry
For rail, the closest station is Adisham station, roughly 3.6 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find St Martins Hospital (5.6 miles west). Open spaces near Perry include Monk's Wall nature reserve.