Kent · London and the South East
Shatterling Electronic Leak Detection
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Shatterling, with photographs and a written report.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
How electronic leak detection works in Shatterling
ELD suits many waterproofing membranes on flat roofs over offices, units, blocks of flats and homes. It can be used to trace an existing leak or check a new membrane before handover. Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays when conditions allow. Tell us about your roof to find out more. We survey roof terraces and balconies, green roofs and single-ply roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks through a covered membrane and a flat roof leak that can’t be traced.
In a village or hamlet like Shatterling, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Shatterling (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we set out in the quote. Older roofs in small places like Shatterling can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- 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
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Shatterling questions
Will you come out to Shatterling?
Yes, Shatterling is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shatterling?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
Not every roof is suitable. Certain membranes are conductive and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. We’ll tell you if yours isn’t suitable at the start.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
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What we cannot see
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- The extent of water in the insulation
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from electronic leak detection starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
Keep the report with the roof’s records. It’s a dated record of the membrane’s condition.
Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Electronic leak detection around Shatterling
With Goodnestone Park about 2.5 miles south, Shatterling sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you look after a building such as Wingham Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you let a flat or house near Adisham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Shatterling is about 6 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Shatterling as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We survey roofs across the CT3 postcode area for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Shatterling: Broomhill (1 mile west), Perry (1 mile north), Nash (1 mile north-east), Wingham (1 mile south-west) and Twitham (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Shatterling
In Shatterling, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion pub. Shatterling’s nearest station is Adisham station, about 3 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find St Martins Hospital (5.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Prices for electronic leak detection in Shatterling
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
For a price for electronic leak detection in Shatterling, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.