Essex · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Surrex, Essex
Electronic leak detection in Surrex and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaks that return after repairs
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
What we look for on each type of roof
Green and ballasted roofs
Parts of the covering may have to come up. We discuss this before quoting.
Inverted and paved roofs
If the build-up rules out ELD, we’ll say so.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Surrex
Some flat roofs can’t be tested electronically. Certain membranes conduct electricity, and some build-ups lack the layer the test needs below the membrane. If your roof isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you before any testing. Any details you have about the membrane and build-up help us decide, such as drawings or specifications. It avoids arranging a test that can’t give results. If you’re worried about damp inside with no sign on the roof and failed seams and laps, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Surrex 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. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Surrex (CO6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Electronic leak detection in Surrex: local notes
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. About 5 miles south-east lies Layer Marney Tower, a reminder of how long the area around Surrex has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you own a rental within reach of Kelvedon station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Anyone responsible for a site like Honywood Community Science School will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Peter ad Vincula, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Surrex is about 6 miles south-east of Halstead, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Surrex, the roof can be surveyed. Surrex is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
All of CO6 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Old Road and Colchester Road. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Skye Green (1 mile south-east), Broad Green (1 mile east), Stocks Green (1 mile south), Little Tey (1 mile east) and Feering (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (8 miles east), Chelmsford (14 miles south-west), Braintree (7 miles west), Maldon (10 miles south), Witham (6 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (7 miles east).
Around Surrex
We work in homes and buildings around The Queens Head pub. Surrex’s nearest station is Kelvedon station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Laundry & Mangle Museum (1.8 miles west) and Birch Castle (5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Surrex include Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
FAQs for Surrex
Do you cover smaller places like Surrex?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you cover Surrex?
Yes, Surrex is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
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Why get it checked now?
Water trapped under a membrane can soak insulation and decking. Locating it early helps limit the damage. For an older or listed building in a place like Surrex, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Surveys seven days a week
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take as long as needed for the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. Older roofs in small places like Surrex can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
Every price we give includes VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Surrex
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Surrex and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.