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Electronic Leak Detection in Rodmell
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? You can book electronic leak detection in Rodmell and across East Sussex.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
Do you need electronic leak detection in Rodmell?
Seams are a common weak point in flat roof waterproofing. A gap that is hard to see can let water in for months before it shows.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
Anyone responsible for a site like Priory School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Electronic leak detection in Rodmell: what you get
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It uses a small electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. You get a photo-illustrated written report of each breach found. If you’ve noticed leaks through a covered membrane and leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Rodmell, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Rodmell (BN7)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection looks like in Rodmell
Rodmell is within about 4 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. About 0.4 miles north-east lies Monk's House, a reminder of how long the area around Rodmell has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark like St Peter's Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. If you let a flat or house near Southease station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Rodmell is about 3 miles south of Lewes, in East Sussex. We provide electronic leak detection for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Rodmell. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. Brighton is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: BN7. That includes homes and businesses on Mill Lane, Badgers Dene and The Paddocks. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Northease (1 mile north-west), Iford (1 mile north-west), Piddinghoe (2 miles south-east), Kingston near Lewes (2 miles north-west) and Telscombe (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles north), Hailsham (11 miles east), Uckfield (10 miles north-east) and Newhaven (3 miles south-east).
Near you in Rodmell
Typical jobs here are in homes near Lewes and Laughton Levels. For rail, the closest station is Southease station, about 0.9 miles east. Nearby you will also find Planet Earth Museum (2.8 miles south-east) and Lewes Castle (2.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Southerham Farm and Itford Hill.
FAQs for Rodmell
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rodmell?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Rodmell?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you find leaks on a covered flat roof?
On some roofs, yes. What sits on the membrane affects the method so we look at the roof first.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How does ELD work?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, but a hole lets it through. That lets us find breaches that are too small to see.
What we look for on each type of roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Testing before planting or ballast goes on is simpler.
Inverted and paved roofs
On inverted roofs, insulation sits above the membrane, which affects testing.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey 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 Rodmell needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. 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 ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- 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 you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- How wet the insulation is
- Carrying out the repair work
- Areas we cannot reach or that can’t be tested
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Find the breach before more patching
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. We can talk you through the findings.
Consider testing a new membrane before it’s covered. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking.