East Sussex · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Trolliloes
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Trolliloes, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Failed seams and laps
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Trolliloes
A leak in a flat roof frequently shows up a long way from where the water gets in. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. ELD tests the waterproofing directly and locates the breach. We test and report, and the repair is for your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. The results then follow in a written report with photos. We survey flat roof membranes, single-ply roofs and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are holes left by work on the roof and leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause.
Older buildings in small places like Trolliloes may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. 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 is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Trolliloes (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection looks like in Trolliloes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. The wider area around Trolliloes has a long history of building, with Horselunges Manor about 3.7 miles south-west. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Whatever the street in Trolliloes, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Trolliloes is about 4 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We cover Trolliloes and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across BN27 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. You will find streets like Trolliloes Lane and New Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Trolliloes, we cover Bodle Street Green (1 mile east), Rushlake Green (2 miles north), Brownbread Street (3 miles east), Dallington (3 miles north-east) and The Pound (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (9 miles south), Hastings (11 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (4 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Trolliloes
Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (3.7 miles north-west) and Old Castle (2.8 miles north-east).
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote. Cottages and farmhouses around Trolliloes often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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FAQs for Trolliloes
Do you cover Trolliloes?
Yes, Trolliloes is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Trolliloes within the area you cover?
Yes, Trolliloes is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. We test the membrane and report. The report shows where each breach is for your roofer to repair.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
What’s the price of ELD?
We quote for each roof individually. Send us details of the roof. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a quote.
Can every flat roof be tested?
That depends on the roof’s membrane and layers. Tell us what you know about the roof and we will check whether ELD will work.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What we can’t see
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Fixing the holes we find
- Some conductive membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof membrane, with photographs.
Why act early in Trolliloes
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is simpler. Covered roofs are harder to test. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Trolliloes
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
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Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
Certain rubber membranes are conductive which can limit electronic testing. We will tell you if yours is not suitable.
Inverted and paved roofs
Paving and terraces cover the membrane. Suitability depends on the layers.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.