West Sussex · London and the South East
Whitemans Green Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection across Whitemans Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Stains far from any visible defect
Leave it or get it looked at?
Not every leak is in the membrane. Testing shows whether the membrane is breached, so other causes can be checked. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Whitemans Green
- 98% customer satisfaction
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How electronic leak detection works in Whitemans Green
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It uses a small electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. It can find holes too small to spot by eye, so your roofer can repair them. The results come in a report with photos. If you’ve noticed breaches around outlets and penetrations and leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Whitemans Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally 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.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Whitemans Green (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Whitemans Green
Other services in Whitemans Green
Electronic leak detection in Whitemans Green: local notes
Historic houses such as Ockenden Manor, about 0.6 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Whitemans Green goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you let a flat or house near Haywards Heath station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Take an older house close to Holy Trinity Church: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Whitemans Green is about 2 miles north-west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. If you’re in Whitemans Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Whitemans Green is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
All of RH17 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need electronic leak detection at a property on London Road, Tollgate Lane and Ardingly Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Whitemans Green: Cuckfield (1 mile south-east), Brook Street (1 mile north), Slough Green (1 mile west), Staplefield (2 miles north-west) and Warninglid (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (7 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Burgess Hill (4 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-west) and Lancing (15 miles south-west).
Near you in Whitemans Green
Around Whitemans Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Rose And Crown Public House, Warden Park School and Warden Park School and the streets around them. Whitemans Green’s nearest station is Haywards Heath station, about 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Francis Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and Cuckfield Museum (0.5 miles south). The countryside around Whitemans Green includes Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Somewhere as small as Whitemans Green, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- We check whether the membrane and build-up suit ELD.
- We choose a low-voltage or high-voltage method to match the roof.
- We test the roof and locate any breaches.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Ask contractors to protect the membrane
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Don’t let outlets block
- Avoid repeated repairs without finding the cause
Questions about the results are welcome. We can talk you through the findings.
Ask trades working on the roof to protect the membrane when they work up there. Have the roof looked at after other work.
Whitemans Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Whitemans Green is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Whitemans Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Is my roof suitable for ELD?
ELD does not suit every roof. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. We will tell you if yours is not suitable before testing.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Prices for electronic leak detection in Whitemans Green
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Whitemans Green, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
What we are asked to look at in Whitemans Green
If a flat roof keeps leaking after patching, the hole may be elsewhere. Electronic testing helps pinpoint it.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks showing away from the breach
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Different roofs, different checks
Green and ballasted roofs
Roofs with planting or ballast hide the membrane. Some methods can work through these layers, depending on the build-up.
Bituminous membranes
ELD is frequently possible on bituminous membranes, depending on what’s below.