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West Itchenor Electronic Leak Detection
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof membrane before you decide what to do next. We carry out electronic leak detection in West Itchenor.
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
About our electronic leak detection in West Itchenor
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It works with an electrical current that passes through the membrane only where there is a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see so your roofer knows exactly where to repair. You get a written report with photos of each breach found. If you’re worried about failed seams and laps and leaks that return after repairs, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like West Itchenor take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- West Itchenor (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in West Itchenor
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
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.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Clear flat roof outlets regularly
- Limit access to the roof
- Consider ELD before paving or planting goes on
- Record dates and spots where water appears
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That is something to discuss with your roofer, and moisture readings can help.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
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West Itchenor questions
Do you cover smaller places like West Itchenor?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in West Itchenor 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.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
How do you choose the testing method?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage methods are usually carried out on a wet roof and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Some flat roof leaks come from walls or details. ELD helps rule the membrane in or out so attention can go to the right place. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like West Itchenor, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
For a price for your roof in West Itchenor, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we cannot see
It is a careful look at the flat roof membrane, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Some conductive membranes
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Sections we cannot safely access
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Green roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
Flat roofs in West Itchenor
West Itchenor is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you own a rental within reach of Bosham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you live in an older home near St Nicholas' Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
West Itchenor is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We carry out electronic leak detection in West Itchenor for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Itchenor. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: PO20. Streets in the area include The Street, Waterstone Close and Spinney Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around West Itchenor: Bosham Hoe (1 mile north-east), Bosham (2 miles north), Chidham (2 miles north), Broadbridge (3 miles north) and Apuldram (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (6 miles south-east), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Portfield (5 miles north-east).
Landmarks near West Itchenor
For rail, the closest station is Bosham station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St Richard's Hospital (5 miles north-east) and Chichester Castle (4.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey usually takes more time on a big roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. In a hamlet or village like West Itchenor, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.