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Electronic Leak Detection in Saddlescombe
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Saddlescombe, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks showing away from the breach
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Somewhere as small as Saddlescombe, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- 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
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
About our electronic leak detection in Saddlescombe
A leak in a flat roof often shows up a long way from where the water gets in. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. Electronic leak detection tests the membrane itself and locates the breach. It’s testing only, and the repair is for your roofer. On suitable roofs, it replaces guesswork with a located breach. We then send you the results in a written report. We survey flat roof membranes, commercial flat roofs and green roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaking laps in the waterproofing and leaks through a covered membrane.
Some older homes in villages like Saddlescombe are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Saddlescombe (BN45)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Saddlescombe
What else we do in Saddlescombe
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Electronic leak detection in Saddlescombe: local notes
Saddlescombe lies within about 4 miles of the sea, 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. Portslade Manor, about 3.3 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Saddlescombe. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to The Church of the Holy Trinity: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Saddlescombe is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. In Saddlescombe, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across West Sussex, we cover Saddlescombe and the places around it.
Surveys in BN45 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Saddlescombe include Pyecombe (1 mile north-east), Waterhall (2 miles south-east), Westdene (2 miles south-east), Patcham (3 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Saddlescombe
In Saddlescombe, that means homes and buildings near Waterhall and Royal Oak pub, among other places. The closest station to Saddlescombe is Hassocks station, roughly 3.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Montefiore Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (2.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Repeated call-outs for the same leak add up. A clear record of where the breaches are helps break that cycle. For an older or listed building in a place like Saddlescombe, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Visits on any day of the week
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Different roofs, different checks
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid-applied coatings form a seamless layer, but can still have thin spots or holes. Whether ELD works depends on the coating and build-up.
EPDM rubber roofs
Some EPDM membranes conduct electricity which can limit electronic testing. We’ll say if the test will not work.
Common questions in Saddlescombe
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Saddlescombe?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is Saddlescombe within the area you cover?
Yes, Saddlescombe is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What affects the cost of electronic leak detection
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How big the roof is
- Height and safe access
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Saddlescombe
When the membrane is buried, holes can’t be seen at all. ELD can work on some covered roofs, depending on the build-up.
Common reasons to book include:
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Stains far from any visible defect
For landlords with property near Hassocks station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the price includes VAT