West Sussex · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in The Haven, West Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes across The Haven, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. In a hamlet or village like The Haven, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- 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.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our electronic leak detection in The Haven
ELD finds breaches in the membrane but not every way water gets in. Water coming through walls, copings, rooflights or plumbing will not show on the test. We’ll tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. 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. You’ll also know what to check next. If you are worried about stains far from any visible defect and water coming in under a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like The Haven take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- The Haven (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about electronic leak detection in The Haven
How do I find out if my home in The Haven is listed?
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.
Is The Haven within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Tell us what you know about the roof and we will confirm suitability.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What’s the price of ELD?
We quote for each roof individually. Tell us about the roof and where it leaks, and call 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a quote.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
When you need someone else
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Repairing the breaches (that is for your roofer)
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Areas we cannot reach or that can’t be tested
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
Why act early in The Haven
Some breaches are too small to see. Electronic testing can find breaches you cannot see by eye where the roof suits it. In a place like The Haven, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in The Haven
- An independent look at the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in The Haven
When the membrane is buried, holes cannot be seen at all. ELD can work on some covered roofs, depending on the build-up.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Stains far from any visible defect
Around The Haven, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
Prices for electronic leak detection in The Haven
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Stay off the flat roof unless needed
- Do not leave water getting in
- Find the breach before more patching
- Note where leaks show inside and when
If we think the leak isn’t coming through the membrane, the report says so, so other causes can be checked.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.
Towns and villages near The Haven
Other services in The Haven
Flat and commercial roofs around The Haven
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your 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, so check with the council.
For landlords with property near Billingshurst station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
The Haven is about 3 miles north of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. The Haven is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. There is also a page for Crawley.
Every address in RH14 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around The Haven: Five Oaks (1 mile south-east), Bucks Green (2 miles north), Slinfold (2 miles east), Rudgwick (2 miles north) and Tisman's Common (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (12 miles east), Horsham (5 miles east), Broadfield (11 miles east), Storrington (10 miles south), Billingshurst (3 miles south) and Bewbush (10 miles east).
Landmarks near The Haven
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Blue Ship Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Billingshurst station, about 3.4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles east).