Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Platt's Heath
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? We carry out electronic leak detection in Platt's Heath and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Failed seams and laps
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Platt's Heath
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Platt's Heath?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Platt's Heath within the area you cover?
Yes. Platt's Heath is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We’ll explain why when we quote.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
What’s the price of ELD?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Send us details of the roof. Just call 07833 053749 or email us for a quote.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
How electronic leak detection works in Platt's Heath
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage testing is normally done with the surface wet, 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. If you’re worried about stains far from any visible defect and new roofs to check before paving or planting, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Platt's Heath take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often 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, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Platt's Heath (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We discuss this before quoting.
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM is a long-lasting flat roof membrane, but punctures and seam failures still happen.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Flat roofs in Platt's Heath
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. About 3 miles north-west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Platt's Heath has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Platts Heath Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Lenham station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Platt's Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We provide electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Platt's Heath. Platt's Heath is one of the places in Kent where we work. There is also a page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of ME17 for electronic leak detection. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on School Lane, Headcorn Road and Green Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Platt's Heath include Liverton Street (1 mile south-west), Sandway (1 mile north-east), Boughton Malherbe (1 mile south-east), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile west) and Grafty Green (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Landmarks near Platt's Heath
Typical jobs here are in homes near Kiln Wood, Wishful Thinker pub and The Lenham School. The nearest railway station is Lenham station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Dog Collar Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1.8 miles south).
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Somewhere like Platt's Heath needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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 testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Sections we cannot safely access
- The extent of water in the insulation
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Platt's Heath
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Towns and villages near Platt's Heath
What else we do in Platt's Heath
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.