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Electronic leak detection in Upper Harbledown, Kent
Know where you stand with the flat roof membrane before you decide what to do next. We carry out electronic leak detection in Upper Harbledown.
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. In a small place like Upper Harbledown, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- A report with photos shows where each breach is.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Upper Harbledown
Water can travel under a flat roof membrane before it shows inside. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. Electronic leak detection tests the membrane itself and locates the breach. It is testing only, and the repair is for your roofer. On a suitable roof, it takes the guesswork out of finding the hole. We then send you the results in a written report. If you are worried about leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause and leaks that return after repairs, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Upper Harbledown take more wind and rain, 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. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Upper Harbledown (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Electronic leak detection around Upper Harbledown
Upper Harbledown lies within about 5 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
Take an older house close to Church of St. Gabriel: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. Take a building like St Edmund's School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Upper Harbledown is about 2 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Upper Harbledown and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Upper Harbledown and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: CT2. Whether your property is on Roman Road, The Green and Limes Place or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Rough Common (1 mile north-east), Harbledown (1 mile east), Chartham Hatch (1 mile south-west), Thanington (1 mile south-east) and Wincheap (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south-west), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Folkestone (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (5 miles north) and Faversham (7 miles west).
Near you in Upper Harbledown
Typical jobs here are in homes near No Man's Orchard, The Canterbury Academy and The Dog and Bear pub, among other places. Upper Harbledown’s nearest station is Canterbury West station, roughly 1.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (1.9 miles east) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Towns and villages near Upper Harbledown
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What we’re asked to look at in Upper Harbledown
When the membrane is buried, holes can’t be seen at all. Electronic methods can help on some of these roofs, depending on the build-up.
Common reasons to book include:
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Failed seams and laps
If you run a business near Whitefriars Shopping Centre, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts.
Before you book anyone
- What experience they bring
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What we look for on each type of roof
Inverted and paved roofs
We’ll tell you if your inverted or paved roof is not suitable.
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid waterproofing has no laps but holes and thin areas can occur. Suitability for ELD depends on the system.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Roofs whose membrane or build-up isn’t suitable
- Carrying out the repair work
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Upper Harbledown
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Green roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
Questions from Upper Harbledown
Is my home in Upper Harbledown listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Upper Harbledown?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. We will explain why when we quote.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Upper Harbledown
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.