Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Rodmersham Green, Kent
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Rodmersham Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
Why it’s worth a survey now in Rodmersham Green
Not every leak is in the membrane. Testing shows whether the membrane is breached so attention can go to the right place. In a small place like Rodmersham Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
All our prices include 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 us?
- Every finding written up with photos
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
How electronic leak detection works in Rodmersham Green
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. The layers on top can limit the methods we can use and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we will say so. Typical surveys look at patched roofs that still leak and leaks showing away from the breach, on single-ply roofs, roof terraces and balconies and liquid-applied waterproofing.
Some older homes in villages like Rodmersham Green are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Place
- Rodmersham Green (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber roofs
Whether an EPDM roof can be tested depends on the membrane and build-up. We check before we quote.
Green and ballasted roofs
ELD is easier on a new roof before it is covered.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Don’t keep patching the same spot
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. We will explain what was found and what it means.
Make sure contractors protect the waterproofing when they work up there. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Local flat roofs in Rodmersham Green
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Rodmersham Green, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear. If you look after a building such as Rodmersham School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Landlords with a home close to Sittingbourne station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Rodmersham Green is about 2 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Rodmersham Green can all book electronic leak detection. Rodmersham Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Maidstone is in our area too.
We cover every part of ME9 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. We cover properties on Stockers Hill, Green Lane and Bottles Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Rodmersham Green, we cover Highsted (1 mile west), Rodmersham (1 mile east), Bapchild (1 mile east), Newbury (1 mile south-east) and Tunstall (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Canterbury (15 miles east), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (6 miles east) and Minster (7 miles north).
Local landmarks in Rodmersham Green
We work in homes and buildings around Fulston Manor School and Cromers Wood and the streets around them. Rodmersham Green’s nearest station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 1.7 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bayford Court (1.7 miles north) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.4 miles north).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rodmersham Green
Landlords and letting agents in Rodmersham Green book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof membrane, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Rodmersham Green. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Questions from Rodmersham Green
Is the coastal weather around Rodmersham Green hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Is Rodmersham Green within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How does ELD work?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, but a hole lets it through. That’s how we locate breaches you cannot see.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. You’ll know roughly how long before we start.
How is ELD priced?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. For a quote, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you use low-voltage or high-voltage testing?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage methods are normally carried out on a wet roof and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed.
How do I book a survey in Rodmersham Green?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What we do, step by step
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, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a small place like Rodmersham Green, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.