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Electronic leak detection in Stunts Green, East Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes around Stunts Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Holes around roof penetrations
Why act early in Stunts Green
Not every leak is in the membrane. Testing shows whether the membrane is breached, so other causes can be checked. Older cottages and farmhouses around Stunts Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Plain-English reports with photos
How electronic leak detection works in Stunts Green
Electronic leak detection, or ELD, finds holes in flat roof waterproofing membranes. It works with an electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there’s a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. The results come in a report with photos. If you are worried about leaks that return after repairs and breaches hidden under paving or planting, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Stunts Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof membrane, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Stunts Green (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
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. Do not go up yourself.
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up is not suitable
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
Signs you need electronic leak detection in Stunts Green
On a flat roof, water spreads under the waterproofing. The stain inside can be far from the hole, so tracing it by eye is difficult.
Common reasons to book include:
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Gaps at membrane joints
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the survey will not cover
- When you’ll get the report
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Older roofs in small places like Stunts Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know about the roof and where water is showing.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 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.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Green and ballasted roofs
Testing before planting or ballast goes on is simpler.
EPDM rubber roofs
EPDM rubber roofs often last 30–50 years, but punctures and seam failures still happen.
Towns and villages near Stunts Green
What else we do in Stunts Green
FAQs for Stunts Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stunts Green?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Stunts Green is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Stunts Green listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when you book.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Tell us what you know about the roof and we will confirm suitability.
What do I do with the report?
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 climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Local flat roofs in Stunts Green
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. The wider area around Stunts Green has a long history of building, with Horselunges Manor about 2.9 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Stunts Green is about 3 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Stunts Green across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
All of BN27 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Herstmonceux (1 mile south-east), Chapel Row (1 mile south-east), Flowers Green (1 mile south-east), Golden Cross (1 mile south) and Windmill Hill (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (8 miles south), Hastings (11 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (13 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stunts Green
We work in homes and buildings around Woolpack Inn, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Amberstone Hospital (1.8 miles south-west) and Herstmonceux Castle (2 miles south-east).