Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Rolvenden
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Rolvenden, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- New membranes needing a check before handover
Common questions in Rolvenden
Do you cover Rolvenden?
Yes, Rolvenden is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Rolvenden as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Rolvenden is listed?
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.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
Testing usually takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Electronic leak detection in Rolvenden
ELD finds breaches in the membrane, not every cause of water getting in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing won’t show on the test. We will tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. It won’t show water getting in through brickwork or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. You’ll also know what to check next. We survey single-ply roofs, roof terraces and balconies and flat roof membranes, and common reasons people get in touch are water coming in under a flat roof and damage from equipment installers.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Rolvenden take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Rolvenden (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Rolvenden
What else we do in Rolvenden
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Somewhere like Rolvenden 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’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM rubber roofs frequently last 30–50 years, but can still be punctured.
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Some methods can work through these layers, depending on the build-up.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Do not leave water getting in
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Test new membranes before covering them
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. That’s something to discuss with your roofer and other checks can help judge it.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when they work up there. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Electronic leak detection around Rolvenden
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’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Smallhythe Place, about 3.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rolvenden. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as Parish Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you look after a building such as Rolvenden Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Rolvenden is about 12 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Rolvenden, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Kent, we cover Rolvenden and the places around it. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Electronic leak detection in TN17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on High Street, Sparkeswood Avenue and Glebe Field. If you are just outside Rolvenden, we cover West Cross (1 mile west), Rolvenden Layne (1 mile south-east), Strood (1 mile north-east), Parkgate (2 miles north) and East End (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles north), Ashford (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (14 miles north-west), Tenterden (3 miles north-east), Bearsted (15 miles north) and Park Wood (13 miles north).
Near you in Rolvenden
In Rolvenden, that means homes and buildings near The Star Public House, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find The C.M Booth Collection (within half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (2.4 miles north).
What happens if roof problems are left?
Patching where you think the leak is often misses it. Testing shows where the membrane is actually breached. Older and listed buildings around Rolvenden may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Rolvenden. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
For a price for electronic leak detection in Rolvenden, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.