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West Chiltington Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes around West Chiltington, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
How electronic leak detection works in West Chiltington
Our ELD report shows where each breach was found, with photographs. Your roofer can then repair those points instead of hunting for the leak. Repair costs are not part of the report, so your roofer prices the work. Testing again after repairs can confirm the breaches have been dealt with if the build-up allows. Results come in a written report with photos. If you’re worried about leaks through a covered membrane and waterproofing to test before it’s covered, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like West Chiltington take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
If any part of the flat roof membrane couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- West Chiltington (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price electronic leak detection
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 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
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Around West Chiltington, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We ask about the roof, its age, its membrane and where leaks appear inside.
- We confirm whether the roof is suitable for electronic testing.
- We pick the low-voltage or high-voltage method that suits the roof.
- Testing runs across the roof to locate breaches in the membrane.
- You get a report showing where each breach is, for your roofer to repair.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Signs you need electronic leak detection in West Chiltington
A breach can be left during installation. Testing before the roof is covered or handed over helps find them.
Common reasons to book include:
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Leaks through a covered membrane
Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
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Why act early in West Chiltington
Chasing a leak again and again is frustrating. A report showing the breach points gives your roofer a clear target. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from West Chiltington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Chiltington?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is West Chiltington in the area you cover?
Yes, West Chiltington is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Will I get photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What happens next?
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 does ELD work?
A sound membrane blocks the test current, so wherever there’s a hole, it passes through. That’s how we locate breaches you cannot see.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Electronic leak detection in West Chiltington: local notes
Historic houses such as Old Place Manor, about 2.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around West Chiltington goes. If your house is among 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. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Take a building like West Chiltington Community Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
West Chiltington is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Surveys in West Chiltington work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Across West Sussex, we cover West Chiltington. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Surveys in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Pond Rise, Church Street and Castle Rise or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to West Chiltington include West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-west), Nutbourne (1 mile west), Thakeham (1 mile south-east), Abingworth (1 mile south-east) and Marehill (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as 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).
Landmarks near West Chiltington
In West Chiltington, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. West Chiltington’s nearest station is Pulborough station, about 3 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.5 miles south). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Don’t leave water getting in
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Have roof specifications to hand
Questions about the results are welcome. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. It is easier to find holes before more layers are added.