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Electronic Leak Detection in Tilgate
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Tilgate, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Gaps at membrane joints
About our electronic leak detection in Tilgate
ELD suits many waterproofing membranes on flat roofs, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It helps trace a leak you already have or check a new membrane before handover. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays when conditions allow. Just ask about your roof. We survey commercial flat roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and flat roof membranes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damp inside with no sign on the roof and failed seams and laps.
Around a smaller place like Tilgate, flat roofs typically cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Tilgate (RH10, RH11)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Tilgate
Are flat-roofed garages and porches in Tilgate worth including?
Frequently, yes, so mention it when you book. Many homes in new towns like Crawley have flat-roofed garages and porches, and felt roofs frequently last around 15–20 years.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tilgate?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know as you book.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Share any details you have and we will confirm suitability.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Tilgate
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Historic houses such as Tyes Place, about 4.6 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Tilgate goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Oaks Primary School & Nursery, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you let a flat or house near Crawley station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Shop and office owners around County Mall may find that flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling.
Tilgate is about 1 mile south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Tilgate, we can carry out electronic leak detection at your property. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex.
We cover every part of the RH10 and RH11 postcode area for electronic leak detection. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on York Road, Nash Road and Cook Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Southgate (1 mile west), Crawley (1 mile north-west), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east), Maidenbower (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles west).
Landmarks near Tilgate
We work in homes and buildings around Thomas Bennett Community College, The Grasshopper pub and Tilgate Park and the streets around them. Tilgate’s nearest station is Crawley station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include County Mall (0.7 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tilgate include Tilgate Lake.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. For a survey in Tilgate, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photographs shows where each breach is.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
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 affects the price in Tilgate
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Getting in touch
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
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber roofs
ELD on EPDM depends on the product and the layers. We look at this first.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Pinholes in a coating can let water through. Where the roof suits it, testing can find them.
Also near Tilgate
What else we do in Tilgate
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane.
Why act early in Tilgate
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. ELD aims to locate the breach first so your roofer knows where to work. Around Tilgate, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help