West Sussex · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Sutton, West Sussex
Not sure what state the flat roof membrane is in? You can book electronic leak detection in Sutton and across West Sussex.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
About our electronic leak detection in Sutton
Green roofs, ballasted roofs and roofs under paving are harder to test. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work, and some may need lifting. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Any details of the build-up help, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing isn’t possible, we will say so. We survey single-ply roofs, roof terraces and balconies and flat roof membranes, and people most often book us about leaks that return after repairs and breaches around outlets and penetrations.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Sutton take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Sutton (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need electronic leak detection in Sutton?
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Some are too small to see, but still let water through.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Holes around roof penetrations
For landlords with property near Amberley station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their report turnaround times
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Fixing the holes we find
- Areas we can’t reach or that can’t be tested
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. 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 set out in the quote. For a village or hamlet like Sutton, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. 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.
- 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.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Don’t let outlets block
Where the evidence points to walls, copings or rooflights, we’ll note it, with a suggestion of what to check next.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
Sutton questions
Is Sutton within the area you cover?
Yes. Sutton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Sutton?
Yes, Sutton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does ELD work under paving or planting?
On some roofs, yes. Covered roofs limit the methods we can use, so we check the build-up first.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. ELD is testing only. You get the breach locations with photos so your roofer can fix them.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Prices for electronic leak detection in Sutton
To price your survey, we look at:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
What to tell us when you get in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What else we do in Sutton
Electronic leak detection in Sutton: local notes
The wider area around Sutton has a long history of building, with Bignor Roman Villa about 0.8 miles east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of the Holy Cross: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Sutton is about 9 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We provide electronic leak detection for householders, landlords and businesses in Sutton and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of RH20 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Duncton (2 miles north-west), East Lavington (2 miles north-west), Rotherbridge (3 miles north), Graffham (3 miles north-west) and Haslingbourne (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south-west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Sutton
For rail, the closest station is Amberley station, roughly 3.7 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.9 miles north) and Arundel and District Hospital (5.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Sutton include Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.