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Electronic leak detection in Piddinghoe, East Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Piddinghoe, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Failed seams and laps
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
About our electronic leak detection in Piddinghoe
Not every flat roof suits electronic testing. Some membranes conduct electricity themselves, and some build-ups lack the layer the test needs below the membrane. If your roof is not suitable, we will tell you before any testing. Telling us what you know about the roof’s membrane and layers helps, including drawings, specifications or the roofer’s paperwork. It avoids arranging a test that cannot give results. We survey green roofs, single-ply roofs and flat roof membranes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks showing away from the breach and holes around roof penetrations.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Piddinghoe take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Piddinghoe (BN9)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in Piddinghoe
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Piddinghoe, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. With Monk's House about 2.3 miles north, Piddinghoe sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Breakwater Academy, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. Landlords with a home close to Newhaven Town station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Piddinghoe is about 1 mile north-west of Newhaven, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Piddinghoe and the rest of East Sussex. Across East Sussex, we cover Piddinghoe. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of BN9 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Brookside and Lewes Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Piddinghoe include South Heighton (1 mile east), Denton (1 mile east), Telscombe (2 miles west), Rodmell (2 miles north-west) and Northease (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (11 miles east), Seaford (4 miles south-east), Lewes (5 miles north), Hailsham (10 miles east), Uckfield (11 miles north) and Polegate (9 miles east).
Near you in Piddinghoe
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Jolly Boatman pub, UTC@Harbourside and Castle Hill and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Newhaven Town station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Planet Earth Museum (0.8 miles south-east) and Lewes Castle (4.7 miles north). For a walk, there is Itford Hill and Southerham Farm.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a hamlet or village like Piddinghoe, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- The method depends on the membrane and what sits above and below it.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when fitting equipment. Check the roof after they’ve finished.
Do you need electronic leak detection in Piddinghoe?
A breach can be left during installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
Problems we come across often include:
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Gaps at membrane joints
- New membranes needing a check before handover
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St John, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times
How we price electronic leak detection
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Piddinghoe questions
How do I find out if my home in Piddinghoe is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is the coastal weather around Piddinghoe hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you work in Piddinghoe?
Yes, we do. Piddinghoe is part of the area we cover.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Piddinghoe
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
ELD on EPDM depends on the product and the layers. We check before we quote.
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Testing may still be possible, depending on the build-up.