Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Pett Bottom, Kent
Electronic leak detection around Pett Bottom, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
Electronic leak detection in Pett Bottom
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage methods usually need a wet roof surface, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof and we explain which we will use. We will say if your roof doesn’t suit either method before any testing starts. We survey roof terraces and balconies, single-ply roofs and commercial flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are waterproofing to test before it’s covered and breaches hidden under paving or planting.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Pett Bottom take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually 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.
- Place
- Pett Bottom (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Pett Bottom
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take a building like Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own a rental within reach of Bekesbourne station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you run a business near Whitefriars Shopping Centre, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Pett Bottom is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Roofs in Pett Bottom get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
We work across CT4 for electronic leak detection. Local streets include Pett Bottom Road and School Lane. We also cover the places around Pett Bottom: Lower Hardres (1 mile north-west), Upper Hardres (1 mile south-west), Street End (1 mile north-west), Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south) and Nackington (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (12 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
What’s near Pett Bottom
Around Pett Bottom, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Duck pub. For rail, the closest station is Bekesbourne station, about 3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (3.4 miles north) and Rupert Bear Museum (3.5 miles north).
Pett Bottom questions
Is Pett Bottom in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Pett Bottom is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Do you cover smaller places like Pett Bottom?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is 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.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
A survey is a careful look at the flat roof membrane, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Areas we can’t reach or that cannot be tested
- Some conductive membranes
- How wet the insulation is
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Places near Pett Bottom
Also in Pett Bottom
Why act early in Pett Bottom
Chasing a leak again and again is frustrating. A clear record of where the breaches are helps break that cycle. Older and listed buildings around Pett Bottom may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. For a village or hamlet like Pett Bottom, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Building height and the viewpoints available
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Inverted and paved roofs
Paving and terraces cover the membrane. Whether it can be tested depends on the build-up.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices and units have single-ply roofs. Laps and fixings are where holes often appear.