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Thermal imaging roof survey in Berwick, East Sussex
Independent thermal roof surveys in Berwick. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Thermal roof survey in Berwick
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you’ve noticed stains that keep coming back and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Berwick, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Berwick (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Berwick
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Charleston Farmhouse, about 2.2 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Berwick. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Berwick is about 4 miles south-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Berwick and the rest of East Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our East Sussex coverage includes Berwick. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
We survey roofs across the BN26 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Station Road, Cornford Crescent and The Village. We also cover Selmeston (1 mile west), Alciston (1 mile south-west), Arlington (1 mile east), Wickstreet (2 miles north-east) and Milton Street (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles east), Seaford (5 miles south-west), Lewes (7 miles west), Hailsham (4 miles north-east) and Crowborough (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in Berwick
Around Berwick, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Berwick Inn, among other places. Berwick has its own railway station: Berwick (Sussex) station. Nearby you will also find Hellingly Hospital Railway (5.4 miles north-east) and Drusillas Museum (1.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Firle Beacon.
Common roof problems in Berwick
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Heat escaping through the roof
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
What to check before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- When you’ll get the report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Berwick, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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FAQs for Berwick
Is Berwick in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Berwick within the area you cover?
Yes, Berwick is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It’s used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone cannot prove a leak.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can help, but the results are frequently less clear than on a flat roof. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we also look from the loft where it’s safe.
What we cannot see
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
What affects the price in Berwick
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Berwick
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they cannot.