Locating breaches with electronic leak detection

 

Electronicleak detection for locating breaches in the roofing membrane is an extremely accurate technology used to establish the integrity of the waterproofing system.  Thornton Consulting has been an advocate of wet and dry electronic leak testing methods since the 1980’s as an alternative to the traditional flood testing. Over the years, this has become the preferred method for architects and construction companies in identifying and addressing any ingress locations within the waterproofing material, before signing-off the project.

The accuracy of electronic integrity testing enables even pinhole defects which aren’t easily visible to the naked eye to be located and resolved. This is a non-destructive test procedure which is also environmentally-friendly as the method doesn’t require high volumes of water to be wasted.  Where the membrane is incompatible with the use of electronic equipment, such as EPDM, Thornton Consulting is able to provide alternative testing techniques.

As there is a wide complexity of potential issues with differing structures and waterproofing materials, there is certainly no one-size-fits-all approach to leak detection, which is why it is important for independent test houses, such as Thornton Consulting, to be involved from the outset of a project as we have vast experience in testing all types of flat roofing systems.

Both flat and low-slope roofs are commonly found in shopping centres, hotels, schools and apartment blocks. Thornton Consulting also provides an invaluable and comprehensive Roof Condition Survey, of which electronic leak detection forms a part, but will also assess all potential leak sources affecting the structure and provide relevant information on the performance of the roof and expected life expectancy.

In addition to this, we also offer a building leak detection service which will accurately locate the source and cause of water ingress pathway into the structure. Again, electronic leak detection of the waterproofing membrane can form an important part of this service enabling any breaches in the waterproofing membrane to be identified and resolved, or if no breaches are indicated providing reassurance that the roof covering is performing as expected.

When testing has been completed, clients will be provided with a comprehensive test report which will include specific details relating to the leak locations and recommendations for remedial work which should be carried out to rectify the breach or cause of the leak. Thornton Consulting is an independent test house specialising in the location and detection of leaks in waterproofing systems which have been newly installed, including many prestigious properties. The reputation for an exemplary cost-effective service provided for Main Contractors, Roofing Companies, Architects and Material Manufacturers throughout the UK and the Republic of Ireland has been achieved over the last 30 years, building strong working relationships within the industry sector.   

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