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Electronic leak detection in Tortington, West Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes across Tortington, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
The survey, step by step
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 as long as needed for the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. In a hamlet or village like Tortington, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, 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.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Tortington
Our ELD report shows where each breach was found with photos. Your roofer can then repair those points instead of hunting for the leak. We do not estimate repair costs, so your roofer prices the work. Testing again after repairs can confirm the breaches have been dealt with, where the roof still suits the method. Results come in a written report with photos. We survey roof terraces and balconies, flat roof membranes and single-ply roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks through a covered membrane and leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause.
Some older homes in villages like Tortington are 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. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report records the flat roof membrane as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Tortington (BN18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Tortington
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Tortington?
It can do. Tortington is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tortington?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Tell us about the roof and where it leaks. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a quote.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Does electronic leak detection work on all membranes?
ELD doesn’t suit every roof. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. If your roof won’t work, we will say so at the start.
Can you find leaks on a covered flat roof?
On some roofs, yes. What sits on the membrane affects the method so we look at the roof first.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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. Don’t go up yourself.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Do you need electronic leak detection in Tortington?
Flat roof membranes can be punctured by foot traffic, dropped tools or debris. Some are too small to see, but still let water through.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damage from equipment installers
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Failed seams and laps
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary Magdalene's Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before booking anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
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What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply membranes
Some single-ply membranes suit electronic testing well, depending on the type and build-up.
Inverted and paved roofs
Inverted roofs have the insulation on top of the waterproofing and that changes how testing works.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. ELD aims to locate the breach first, so the repair can be targeted. In a place like Tortington, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Tortington
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Electronic leak detection around Tortington
Tortington is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. With Ecclesden Manor about 4.7 miles east, Tortington sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Landlords with a home close to Ford station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Take a building like Arundel CofE Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Tortington is about 3 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Tortington is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: BN18. You will find streets such as Ford Road and Gaugemaster Way, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Tortington: Ford (1 mile south), Lyminster (1 mile east), Arundel (1 mile north-east), Wick (2 miles south-east) and Climping (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles south-west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Tortington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Arundel Arms Public House At Ford Station and The Littlehampton Academy. There’s a railway station in Tortington itself: Ford station. Well-known places in the area include Arundel Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (1.4 miles north). Not far away are WWT Arundel.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Tortington
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Tortington. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landlords and letting agents in Tortington book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane.