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Wiston Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Wiston, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
Electronic leak detection in Wiston
Water can travel under a flat roof membrane before it shows inside. So the stain inside rarely sits under the hole. ELD tests the waterproofing directly and locates the breach. It’s testing only, and the repair is for your roofer. On suitable roofs, it replaces guesswork with a located breach. The results then follow in a written report with photos. We survey liquid-applied waterproofing, single-ply roofs and green roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks that return after repairs and leaks through a covered membrane.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Wiston take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often 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 typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Wiston (BN44)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Wiston
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting hide the membrane. ELD can work on some covered roofs though it depends on the layers.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
In and around Wiston, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Are they insured for the work?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
More services for Wiston
What electronic leak detection looks like in Wiston
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like All Saints Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Wiston is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We visit Wiston as part of our work across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: BN44. Whether your property is on Hole Street, Water Lane and Spithandle Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Wiston, we cover Ashington (1 mile north-west), Ashurst (2 miles north-east), Dial Post (3 miles north), Partridge Green (4 miles north-east) and Broomer's Corner (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Wiston
Well-known places in the area include Steyning Museum (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. Rural addresses near Wiston can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Common questions in Wiston
Do you cover smaller places like Wiston?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Wiston 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.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
How long will testing take?
Testing usually takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. For a quote, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What affects the price in Wiston
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Why it is worth a survey now in Wiston
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. Around Wiston, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Repairing the breaches (that’s for your roofer)
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Sections we can’t safely access
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Wiston
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.