West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Apuldram, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Apuldram from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Gaps in loft insulation
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Apuldram
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Mary: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- When you will get the report
How a thermal roof survey works in Apuldram
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. The camera does not see water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. We survey loft conversions, insulated roof spaces and commercial roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damp around roof outlets and upstands and ceilings that feel colder in places.
In a small place like Apuldram, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Apuldram (PO20, PO19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Apuldram
Will you come out to Apuldram?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Apuldram listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You’ll then get the report by email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Why get it checked now?
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. Older cottages and farmhouses around Apuldram can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Apuldram
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Also near Apuldram
Also in Apuldram
Drones, thermal imaging and Apuldram roofs
Apuldram lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind off the sea can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. The wider area around Apuldram has a long history of building, with Goodwood House about 4.4 miles north-east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Fishbourne CofE Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Apuldram is about 2 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. In Apuldram, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across West Sussex, we cover Apuldram. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We cover every part of PO20 and PO19 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Dell Quay Road, Appledram Lane South and Donnington Park or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Apuldram include Fishbourne (1 mile north), Bosham Hoe (2 miles west), Broadbridge (2 miles north-west), Bosham (2 miles west) and West Itchenor (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (6 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
What’s near Apuldram
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Black Horse Public House, The Prebendal School and Bishop Luffa School and the streets around them. Apuldram’s nearest station is Chichester station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (2.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Stoke Down and Nutborne Marshes.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Apuldram
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Apuldram, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.