Medway · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Wallend, Medway
We take a careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Wallend, with photos and a written report.
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
Whether an EPDM roof can be tested depends on the membrane and build-up. We check before we quote.
Green and ballasted roofs
Parts of the covering may have to come up. We explain what’s needed when we quote.
Electronic leak detection in Wallend: what you get
Some flat roofs cannot be tested electronically. Some membranes conduct electricity themselves and some roofs do not have a suitable layer beneath the membrane. We will say if ELD will not work on your roof before any testing. Any details you have about the membrane and build-up help us decide, like drawings or specifications. It saves a wasted visit. Common reasons to book are leaks that return after repairs and breaches around outlets and penetrations, across liquid-applied waterproofing, single-ply roofs and green roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Wallend, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Wallend (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Wallend property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Tell us about the membrane and build-up if you know it
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Find the breach before more patching
You receive a report showing where each breach was found, with photographs. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when fitting equipment. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Electronic leak detection around Wallend
Wallend lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you let a flat or house near Sheerness-On-Sea station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you look after a building like St James Church of England Primary Academy, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Wallend is about 5 miles north-west of Minster, in Medway. Wallend is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Medway, we cover Wallend and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We survey roofs across the ME3 postcode area for electronic leak detection. Wallend is on the B2001, so it is easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Grain (1 mile east), Blue Town (2 miles east), Sheerness (3 miles east), Queenborough (3 miles south-east) and Rushenden (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (8 miles south-west), Chatham (10 miles south-west), Rochester (10 miles south-west), Rainham (8 miles south-west), Strood (10 miles south-west) and Luton (9 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Wallend
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Hogarth Inn. Wallend’s nearest station is Sheerness-On-Sea station, about 2.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bluetown Heritage Centre (2.3 miles east). Not far away are Bishop Saltings.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Rural addresses near Wallend can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by finding out what the roof is made of and where it leaks.
- The roof is assessed to see if electronic testing will work on it.
- The testing method is chosen to suit the membrane and build-up.
- We test the membrane and find where current is passing through it.
- We send a report with photos of each breach so your roofer can repair it.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is simpler. Once layers are added, finding a breach is harder. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Wallend, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 20+ years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What electronic leak detection doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Moisture spread under the membrane
- Parts of the roof covered by fixed equipment
- Some conductive membranes
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
Also near Wallend
What else we do in Wallend
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Wallend
Is Wallend within the area you cover?
Yes, Wallend is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Wallend is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Which method do you use?
We choose the method that suits the roof. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
Do I need to be at home?
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.