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Thermal Roof Survey in Ashton Green
Thermal roof surveys in Ashton Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Water that travels before it shows
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Ashton Green, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Ashton Green, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
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How a thermal roof survey works in Ashton Green
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We talk through the forecast when you book, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. If you’ve noticed missing or slipped insulation and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on pitched roof slopes, commercial roofs and loft conversions alike.
Villages like Ashton Green often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high 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.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Ashton Green (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Ashton Green
How do I find out if my home in Ashton Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Ashton Green in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Ashton Green is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we also look from the loft where it is safe.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Ashton Green
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help. About 1 mile south-west lies Glyndebourne, a reminder of how long the area around Ashton Green has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Ashton Green is about 3 miles east of Lewes, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Ashton Green, we can come and survey your property. Ashton Green is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Brighton is in our area too.
All of BN8 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Neaves Lane and Potato Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Ashton Green include Ringmer (1 mile west), Glyndebourne (1 mile south-west), Glynde (2 miles south), Cliffe (3 miles south-west) and Firle (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south), Lewes (3 miles west), Hailsham (8 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north) and Uckfield (6 miles north).
Near you in Ashton Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form and The Green Man pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Glynde station, roughly 2.1 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (0.7 miles north-east) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (3.8 miles west). The countryside around Ashton Green includes Malling Down and Cliffe Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords and agents in Ashton Green book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
What we are asked to look at in Ashton Green
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Ringmer Primary and Nursery School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- What insurance they carry
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What happens after the report arrives
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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Why get it checked now?
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Around Ashton Green, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book us in Ashton Green
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.