Professional Roofing Consultants in UK

With 25 years of experience and expert roofing consultants in UK, Thornton Roof Leak Detection helps you meet your roofing problems effectively.

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Monday, 26 February 2024

The Precision of Electronic Roof Leak Detection

  The safeguarding of a building’s structural integrity encompasses reassurance that the roof waterproofing membranes are sound and breach-free, preventing water ingress into the property. Thornton Consulting, as an Independent Test House has almost 40 years of experience in providing a professional and comprehensive building leak investigations...

Wednesday, 14 February 2024

Effective and proactive roof condition surveys

How confident are you that the integrity of your roof area is secure from water ingress or general deterioration, especially on an ageing roof? Thornton Consulting employs a highly skilled and experienced team of Field Testers, providing a cost-effective and comprehensive roof condition survey for clients throughout the UK and Ireland. This service ensures...

Monday, 22 January 2024

Bespoke differential pressure testing

  Accurately identifying the precise location of water ingress in the roof area requires a diligent assessment of the specific roof construction and the membrane type, in order to  determine the appropriate testing method. Independent Test House, Thornton Consulting provides a comprehensive roof leak detection service for clients throughout...

Wednesday, 10 January 2024

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...

Thursday, 28 December 2023

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....

Wednesday, 13 December 2023

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...

Thursday, 27 April 2023

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...