Kent · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in St Mary in the Marsh, Kent
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for St Mary in the Marsh, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
How electronic leak detection works in St Mary in the Marsh
Not every flat roof suits electronic testing. Some membranes conduct electricity themselves, and some build-ups lack the layer the test needs below the membrane. We’ll say if ELD will not work on your roof at the start. Any details you have about the membrane and build-up help us decide, including drawings, specifications or the roofer’s paperwork. It saves a wasted visit. We’re often asked to look into leaks showing away from the breach and leaks under green or ballasted roofs, on single-ply roofs, green roofs and flat roof membranes.
Somewhere as small as St Mary in the Marsh, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- St Mary in the Marsh (TN29)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Bituminous membranes
ELD is often possible on bituminous membranes though the layers below matter.
Inverted and paved roofs
We’ll tell you if your inverted or paved roof is not suitable.
Electronic leak detection in St Mary in the Marsh: local notes
St Mary in the Marsh lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
St Mary in the Marsh is about 7 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. St Mary in the Marsh is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Canterbury is in our area too.
Electronic leak detection in TN29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Wades Close, Rectory Road and Pickneybush Lane, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in St Mary's Bay (1 mile east), Newchurch (2 miles north), Burmarsh (3 miles north-east), Postling Green (5 miles north) and Bonnington (5 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north), Folkestone (11 miles north-east), Hythe (7 miles north-east), Hawkinge (12 miles north-east), Tenterden (12 miles west) and Cheriton (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near St Mary in the Marsh
Typical jobs here are in homes near Romney Warren Country Park and The Star Inn and the streets around them. A little further out are Romney 'castle' (2.5 miles south-west) and Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.5 miles west).
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs 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. Around St Mary in the Marsh, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof and where water is showing.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
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What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The roof’s overall size
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in St Mary in the Marsh
Is my home in St Mary in the Marsh listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around St Mary in the Marsh, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. St Mary in the Marsh is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
How fast do I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you use low-voltage or high-voltage testing?
The roof decides the method. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
What we’re asked to look at in St Mary in the Marsh
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting hide the membrane. Electronic methods can help on some of these roofs, depending on the build-up.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Failed seams and laps
If you look after a building such as The Marsh Academy, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Questions to ask before you book
- What insurance they carry
- When you will get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA