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Tilford Reeds Electronic Leak Detection

Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Tilford Reeds. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.

  • Leaks through a covered membrane
  • Leaks showing away from the breach
  • Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause

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Can I check my roof myself?

Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.

Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.

Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Tilford Reeds

You get a report showing the location of each breach with photos. It tells your roofer exactly where to repair rather than guessing. We do not estimate repair costs; that’s for your roofer to price. A retest after repairs can check the work if the build-up allows. You get a report with photos. Common reasons to book are leaks showing away from the breach and patched roofs that still leak, on flat roof membranes, green roofs and commercial flat roofs.

In a small place like Tilford Reeds, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.

The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.

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Where
Tilford Reeds (GU10)
Wider area
Surrey
Prices
Quoted for your roof
Your report
Emailed report with photos and recommendations
When we survey
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Insurance
PI and public liability insurance
Telephone
07833 053749
Last updated
27 October 2026

What we do, step by step

We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes a time that depends on the roof’s area and construction, which we’ll explain when we quote. Rural addresses near Tilford Reeds can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.

  1. We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
  2. The roof is assessed for suitability first.
  3. The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
  4. We test the roof and locate any breaches.
  5. You get a report with photos of each breach.

Getting ready for the survey

  • Let us know where we can park nearby
  • Check the loft hatch can be reached
  • Make sure we can get to the back of the property

Booking a survey

Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.

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What this survey cannot tell you

No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:

  • Carrying out the repair work
  • Build-ups without a suitable layer below
  • Areas we cannot reach or that can’t be tested

Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.

Roofs we survey in Tilford Reeds

  • Roof terraces and balconies
  • Commercial flat roofs
  • Flat roof membranes
  • Single-ply roofs
  • Liquid-applied waterproofing
  • Green roofs

Flat roofs in Tilford Reeds

The wider area around Tilford Reeds has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 3 miles north-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.

If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Take a building like All Saints CofE Aided Infant School: schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.

Tilford Reeds is about 2 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. We carry out electronic leak detection in Tilford Reeds for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Surrey. We also survey roofs in Guildford.

Every address in GU10 is within our area for electronic leak detection. Other places close to Tilford Reeds include Tilford (1 mile north-east), Tilford Common (1 mile south-east), Millbridge (1 mile south-west), Lower Bourne (1 mile north-west) and Shortfield Common (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).

Around Tilford Reeds

Around Tilford Reeds, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Moor Park, Edgeborough School and South Farnham School, among other places. The closest station to Tilford Reeds is Farnham station, about 2.3 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Farnham Castle (3 miles north-west) and Museum of Farnham (2.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Upper Lake and Farnham Heath.

Map of Tilford Reeds © OpenStreetMap contributors

Questions from Tilford Reeds

How do I find out if my home in Tilford Reeds is listed?

Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.

Will you come out to Tilford Reeds?

Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.

Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?

Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.

Do you take photos of the roof?

Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.

Does the weather affect the survey?

It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.

I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?

Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.

How experienced are you?

Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.

When to book a survey in Tilford Reeds

Joints and laps in a membrane can fail over time. A gap that’s hard to see can let water in long before anyone notices.

These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:

  • New roofs to check before paving or planting
  • Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
  • Patched roofs that still leak
  • Punctures from foot traffic or tools

If you let a flat or house near Farnham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.

What to check before booking

  • Is VAT included in the price?
  • Which limits apply to the survey
  • How they plan to inspect the roof safely
  • Is there a chance to talk the report through?

What a roof survey includes

How we price electronic leak detection

Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:

  • Whether it is a home or a commercial building
  • The roof’s overall size
  • The shape of the roof and its details
  • How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages

All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the exact price before you book.

Getting in touch

Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:

  • Any marks or damp showing indoors
  • Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
  • Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
  • Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work

Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.

Useful tips for Tilford Reeds property owners

There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:

  • Get leaks traced quickly
  • Clear flat roof outlets regularly
  • Share any drawings of the roof
  • Use boards when working on the roof

If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.

Keep outlets and gutters on flat roofs clear. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.

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