West Sussex · London and the South East
Rotherbridge Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Rotherbridge. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Stains far from any visible defect
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks through a covered membrane
Electronic leak detection around Rotherbridge
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Petworth House, about 1.2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rotherbridge. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you look after a building such as Petworth Cof E Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Rotherbridge is about 8 miles south-west of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Rotherbridge can all book electronic leak detection, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Every address in GU28 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on Kilsham Lane and Rotherbridge Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Petworth (1 mile north-east), Haslingbourne (1 mile east), Tillington (1 mile north), Upperton (2 miles north) and Hampers Green (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (12 miles south) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
What’s near Rotherbridge
The closest station to Rotherbridge is Pulborough station, roughly 4.8 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Lodsworth Castle (2.1 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (0.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Rotherbridge include Bignor Hill and Graffham Common.
How electronic leak detection works in Rotherbridge
We carry out electronic leak detection on flat roofs in Rotherbridge and across London and the South East. Testing typically takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. You get a report with photos. We survey liquid-applied waterproofing, single-ply roofs and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings.
Older buildings in small places like Rotherbridge may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof membrane, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Rotherbridge (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Other services in Rotherbridge
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
- Keep outlets clear of debris
If we think the leak isn’t coming through the membrane, the report says so, with a suggestion of what to check next.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
What we look for on each type of roof
Bituminous membranes
Bitumen roofs can often be tested electronically, depending on what’s below.
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We discuss this before quoting.
FAQs for Rotherbridge
Do you cover Rotherbridge?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Rotherbridge is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Rotherbridge?
Yes. Rotherbridge is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How much time does ELD need?
Testing typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Common roof problems in Rotherbridge
New membranes can have defects from installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks that return after repairs
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of All Hallows, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their insurance cover
- When you will get the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
How it works
The visit has one job: to look at the flat roof membrane as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Older rural homes like those around Rotherbridge can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.