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Thermal Roof Survey in Barcombe Mills
We carry out thermal roof surveys in Barcombe Mills and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Missing or slipped insulation
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Thermal roof survey in Barcombe Mills: what you get
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, something you can’t usually tell from the surface. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. If you’ve noticed areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and leaks that are hard to trace, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Barcombe Mills often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Barcombe Mills (BN8)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it’s useful to know how much of it is actually wet. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you commit. In a small place like Barcombe Mills, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
FAQs for Barcombe Mills
Do you cover smaller places like Barcombe Mills?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Barcombe Mills is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
How fast do I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, and we check them with moisture readings.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Barcombe Mills, access is often the only tricky part. 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.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Airspace, weather and Barcombe Mills roofs
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Glyndebourne, about 3 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Barcombe Mills. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof itself. Take a building like Barcombe Church of England Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Barcombe Mills is about 3 miles north-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. We cover Barcombe Mills and the rest of East Sussex. Barcombe Mills is one of the places in East Sussex we cover for thermal roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Thermal roof surveys in BN8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Barcombe (1 mile west), Barcombe Cross (1 mile north-west), Upper Wellingham (1 mile south), Mount Pleasant (1 mile north) and Norlington (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east) and Uckfield (5 miles north-east).
Near you in Barcombe Mills
Typical jobs here are in homes near Anglers Rest pub and Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form. For rail, the closest station is Cooksbridge station, about 2 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Lewes Castle (3.2 miles south) and Museum of Agricultural Bygones (2.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The roof’s overall size
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.