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Thermal imaging roof survey in Balls Green, East Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Balls Green. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Thermal roof survey in Balls Green
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. Typical surveys look at wet areas near outlets and upstands and damp that repairs haven’t cured, on loft conversions, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Balls Green are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Balls Green (TN7)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Slate and tile roofs are often harder to read with a thermal camera, because of the air space beneath. We combine the images with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
FAQs for Balls Green
Do you cover Balls Green?
Yes, Balls Green is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Balls Green as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Balls Green?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Balls Green?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
Conditions on the day affect the results. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is often moved when people work in the roof space.
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photographs. On timing, it normally takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Balls Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Balls Green roofs
The wider area around Balls Green has a long history of building, with Bassetts Manor about 2.2 miles north-west. 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. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near The church of St Michael and All Angels, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. Anyone responsible for a site like St Michael's Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Balls Green is about 4 miles north of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Balls Green, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our East Sussex coverage includes Balls Green and the places around it. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of TN7 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Hartfield (1 mile west), Ashurst (2 miles north-east), Groombridge (2 miles east), Teasley Mead (2 miles north) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crowborough (4 miles south), Uckfield (10 miles south), Heathfield (11 miles south-east), Wadhurst (9 miles east), Ridgewood (10 miles south) and Ringmer (15 miles south).
What’s near Balls Green
For rail, the closest station is Ashurst Kent station, about 1.7 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bolebroke Castle (1.8 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south). The countryside around Balls Green includes Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
Why it is worth a survey now in Balls Green
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection can’t give. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. For an older or listed building in a place like Balls Green, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Balls Green
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID