Essex · London and the South East
Tolleshunt Major Electronic Leak Detection
Find out the condition of the flat roof membrane at your property in Tolleshunt Major. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
Local flat roofs in Tolleshunt Major
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Tolleshunt Major, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Layer Marney Tower, about 4.3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Tolleshunt Major. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Tolleshunt Major is about 4 miles north-east of Maldon, in Essex. Bookings from Tolleshunt Major are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: CM9. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on Beckingham Street, Bakers Lane and Witham Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Little Totham (1 mile north-west), Goldhanger (1 mile south), Tolleshunt D'Arcy (2 miles east), Totham Hill (2 miles west) and Oxley Green (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Colchester (11 miles north-east), Chelmsford (12 miles west), Braintree (11 miles north-west), Maldon (4 miles south-west), Rayleigh (14 miles south-west) and Witham (5 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Tolleshunt Major
We work in homes and buildings around The Swan pub. Nearby you will also find Maldon & District Agricultural & Domestic Museum (1.4 miles south). Open spaces near Tolleshunt Major include Chigborough Lakes.
Electronic leak detection in Tolleshunt Major: what you get
Our ELD testing covers flat roofs in Tolleshunt Major and the rest of London and the South East. A visit typically takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Every roof is quoted on its size and build-up. The results come in a written report with photos. We survey flat roof membranes, commercial flat roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing, and common reasons people get in touch are new membranes needing a check before handover and gaps at membrane joints.
Older buildings in small places like Tolleshunt Major may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. 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.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Tolleshunt Major (CM9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we can’t see
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Sections we cannot safely access
- How wet the insulation is
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Some single-ply membranes suit electronic testing well but it depends on the product and layers.
Inverted and paved roofs
If the build-up rules out ELD, we will say so.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Tolleshunt Major
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Cottages and farmhouses around Tolleshunt Major often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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 the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Keep foot traffic on flat roofs to a minimum
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Let us know about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. Your roofer can advise on that and other checks can help judge it.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Tolleshunt Major: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Tolleshunt Major?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Tolleshunt Major is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you come out to Tolleshunt Major?
Yes, Tolleshunt Major is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Tell us what you know about the roof and we will check whether ELD will work.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
When to book a survey in Tolleshunt Major
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Many are tiny but water still finds them.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Failed seams and laps
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
What to check before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What happens after the report arrives