Kent · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Stodmarsh
Independent electronic leak detection in Stodmarsh. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Holes left by work on the roof
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Cottages and farmhouses around Stodmarsh often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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How electronic leak detection works in Stodmarsh
Our ELD report shows where each breach was found, with photos. It tells your roofer exactly where to repair instead of hunting for the leak. We don’t estimate repair costs, so your roofer prices the work. A retest after repairs can check the work if the build-up allows. Results come in a written report with photos. We survey green roofs, roof terraces and balconies and commercial flat roofs, and people most often book us about leaks showing away from the breach and failed seams and laps.
Somewhere as small as Stodmarsh, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Stodmarsh (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM is a long-lasting flat roof membrane, but can still be punctured.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Pinholes in a coating can let water through. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
Common questions in Stodmarsh
Do you cover Stodmarsh?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Stodmarsh as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Stodmarsh listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How long will testing take?
Testing normally takes as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Some conductive membranes
- Moisture spread under the membrane
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
Local flat roofs in Stodmarsh
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. The wider area around Stodmarsh has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 4.4 miles south-east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School will know that schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Landlords with a home close to Sturry station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Stodmarsh is about 5 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We provide electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Stodmarsh and the surrounding area. Stodmarsh is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover.
Surveys in CT3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Hersden (1 mile north-west), Westbere (2 miles west), Hollow Street (2 miles north), Hoath (2 miles north) and Chislet (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles east).
What’s near Stodmarsh
In Stodmarsh, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion pub, Spires Academy and Grove Ferry Picnic Area and the streets around them. The closest station to Stodmarsh is Sturry station, about 2.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Canterbury Castle (4.9 miles west). The countryside around Stodmarsh includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check new waterproofing before handover
- Use boards when working on the roof
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
- Get leaks traced quickly
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. That is something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
Common roof problems in Stodmarsh
A breach can be left during installation. Testing before the roof is covered or handed over helps find them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Failed seams and laps
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Holes around roof penetrations
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Before booking anyone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Checking the roof from the ground
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.