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Electronic leak detection in West Chiltington Common, West Sussex
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for West Chiltington Common, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- Water coming in under a flat roof
Surveys for landlords and agents in West Chiltington Common
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in West Chiltington Common
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage testing is usually done with the surface wet, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof, and we will explain our choice. We will say if your roof doesn’t suit either method at the outset. We survey liquid-applied waterproofing, green roofs and commercial flat roofs, and people most often book us about a flat roof leak that can’t be traced and holes left by work on the roof.
In smaller places like West Chiltington Common, flat roofs are mostly on extensions, garages, porches and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let lots of water into the room below. Knowing the covering and how it was laid tells you what to expect from it, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof membrane, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- West Chiltington Common (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to West Chiltington Common is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Electronic leak detection around West Chiltington Common
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. The wider area around West Chiltington Common has a long history of building, with Parham House about 2.4 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 a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like West Chiltington Community Primary School: schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
West Chiltington Common is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We provide electronic leak detection for homeowners, landlords and businesses in West Chiltington Common and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Surveys in RH20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Morris Way, Nightingales and Wells Place or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in West Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile east) and Wiggonholt (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in West Chiltington Common
Around West Chiltington Common, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rydon Community College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 2.7 miles west. Nearby you will also find The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles south) and Amberley Castle (4.3 miles south-west). The countryside around West Chiltington Common includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Towns and villages near West Chiltington Common
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FAQs for West Chiltington Common
Is West Chiltington Common in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and West Chiltington Common is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Do you cover smaller places like West Chiltington Common?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
We quote for each roof individually. Tell us about the roof and where it leaks, and call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a quote.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
How do I arrange electronic leak detection in West Chiltington Common?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Signs you need electronic leak detection in West Chiltington Common
If a flat roof keeps leaking after patching, the hole may be elsewhere. ELD can locate the breach more precisely.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What insurance they carry
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
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. With lower homes, common in places like West Chiltington Common, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
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
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Useful tips for West Chiltington Common property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Find the breach before more patching
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That is something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Check contractors protect the waterproofing when fitting equipment. Check the roof after they’ve finished.