Kent · London and the South East
Three Chimneys Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection around Three Chimneys, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Stains far from any visible defect
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
Common roof problems in Three Chimneys
Holes in a membrane often come from feet, tools or debris. Many are tiny but water still finds them.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Waterproofing to test before it’s covered
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
For landlords with property near Headcorn station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
About our electronic leak detection in Three Chimneys
Not every flat roof suits electronic testing. Some membranes conduct electricity themselves, and some build-ups lack the layer the test needs below the membrane. We’ll say if ELD won’t work on your roof before any testing. Telling us what you know about the roof’s membrane and layers helps, such as drawings or specifications. It saves a wasted visit. If you’ve noticed leaks showing away from the breach and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Three Chimneys may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof membrane, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Three Chimneys (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Electronic leak detection around Three Chimneys
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
In and around Three Chimneys, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Three Chimneys is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Three Chimneys, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Electronic leak detection in TN27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Hareplain Road and Sissinghurst Road. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Hareplain (1 mile north-east), Biddenden (1 mile east), Curteis' Corner (2 miles east), Standen (2 miles north-east) and Lashenden (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles west), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Landmarks near Three Chimneys
In Three Chimneys, that means homes and buildings near Three Chimneys Public House, among other places. Three Chimneys’s nearest station is Headcorn station, about 3.2 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Kent Firefighting Museum (1.2 miles north) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.3 miles west).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
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.
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- How wet the insulation is
- Areas we cannot reach or that cannot be tested
- Carrying out the repair work
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
Roof by roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid-applied coatings form a seamless layer but holes and thin areas can occur. Suitability for ELD depends on the system.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Seams and penetrations are typical breach points.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Around Three Chimneys, older homes can have small or awkward roof 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Have roof specifications to hand
If we think the leak is not coming through the membrane, the report says so, so other causes can be checked.
Act on leaks quickly. The longer water gets in, the more insulation and decking can be affected.
Towns and villages near Three Chimneys
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Your questions about electronic leak detection in Three Chimneys
Is Three Chimneys within the area you cover?
Yes, Three Chimneys is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Three Chimneys?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in Three Chimneys?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Which method do you use?
The roof decides the method. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.