Kent · London and the South East
Stowting Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection across Stowting, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Leaks that return after repairs
Electronic leak detection in Stowting
Electronic testing locates holes in the waterproofing but not every way water gets in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so. The test shows breaches in the membrane, not water coming through masonry or around frames. The report makes clear what was and wasn’t tested. We will point you to the likely next step. If you are worried about patched roofs that still leak and damage from equipment installers, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Stowting 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. 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Stowting (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need electronic leak detection in Stowting?
Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. Small openings at laps can leak for months before it shows.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Westenhanger station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Questions to ask before booking
- When you will get the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What they will not be able to tell you
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. For a village or hamlet like Stowting, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- We check that the membrane and build-up suit electronic leak detection.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- The roof is tested and any breaches are located.
- The breaches are recorded with photos in a report for your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What affects the price in Stowting
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Do not leave water getting in
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Keep outlets clear of debris
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. We can talk you through the findings.
Consider testing a new membrane before it’s covered. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.
Flat and commercial roofs around Stowting
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. With Westenhanger Castle about 3.2 miles south, Stowting sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Stowting Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Stowting is about 5 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Anywhere in Stowting, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Stowting and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of TN25 is within our area for electronic leak detection. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on Stowting Hill and Scot's Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Stowting Common (1 mile north), Hemsted (1 mile east), Skeete (1 mile south-east), Woodland (1 mile east) and Rhodes Minnis (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (7 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Faversham (14 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Stowting
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Spong Wood and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Westenhanger station, about 3.1 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles west) and Saltwood Castle (4.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
Roof by roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Some layers may need lifting for testing. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
Bituminous membranes
Bitumen roofs can often be tested electronically though the layers below matter.
Honest limits
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Carrying out the repair work
- Areas we can’t reach or that cannot be tested
- Some conductive membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Stowting
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
Nearby places to Stowting
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Common questions in Stowting
Do you cover smaller places like Stowting?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Stowting?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What’s the price of ELD?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. To get a quote, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.