Electronic roof leak detection with advanced technology

Electronic roof leak detection has emerged as a cutting-edge solution for identifying and locating leaks in roofing systems with unprecedented precision and efficiency. Utilising advanced technology, this method offers several advantages over traditional approaches, revolutionising the way roofing maintenance and repairs are conducted. Independent test house,...

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How pro-active roof leak detection safeguards your property

Pro-active roof leak detection is a crucial aspect of safeguarding your property against potential damage and costly repairs. A well-maintained roof is the first line of defence against the elements, and identifying leaks early can prevent extensive structural damage, mould growth, and other related issues. Professional roof leak testing plays a pivotal...

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Roof leak detection to ensure property conservation

  In the late 1980’s, access to hi-tech techniques for accurately pinpointing breaches in the roof waterproofing system revolutionised roof leak detection. This replaced more time-consuming and less environmentally-friendly processes by utilising water’s electrical conductivity and the insulating properties present in the majority of waterproofing membranes....

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Roof robustness testing with electronic leak detection

Expansive flat roof areas on buildings are notoriously the source of water ingress and with restricted visibility from ground level, leaks can remain undiscovered until damage becomes evident inside the property. There are various issues responsible for roof breaches, including damaged materials, sub-standard installation and degraded waterproofing. Ensuring the durability...

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The asset of differential pressure testing for roof membrane integrity

Differential pressure testing is a critical procedure in evaluating the integrity of roof membranes. It is used when traditional electronic leak detection of waterproofing membranes is not possible, often as a result of a particular roof construction. This could be due to the membrane being conductive, EPDM for example, or where the substrate is non-conductive, such...

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Why roof leak detection is beneficial

Roof leak detection is a critical aspect of building maintenance that provides numerous benefits for property owners, construction companies, facilities managers and Architects, plus many others in the construction sector. A roof leak is a significant issue that can cause costly damage to the structure and contents of a building. If not detected and repaired...

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The value of commercial roof leak detection

 Roofs in commercial properties generally cover a much larger expanse than residential homes and determining the entry point of a leak when a breach occurs can prove to be challenging. Thornton Consulting have been providing a highly professional commercial roof leak detection services since the 1980’s as the leading test house across the property sector. This includes...

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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...

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The importance of roof leak detection

Why is early detection of a roof leak important? Water leaking into the property not only causes structural damage over time, it can also destroy valuable and perhaps irreplaceable contents in residential, commercial or business premises. The longer the seepage is neglected, the greater the expense to rectify the problem. There is also the potential for a risk to health when...

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