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Thermal imaging roof survey in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Bexhill-on-Sea, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Thermal roof survey in Bexhill-on-Sea
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. We survey pitched roof slopes, ceilings below the roof and loft conversions, and people most frequently book us about water getting in at parapets and stacks and cold spots on ceilings under the roof.
Before any drone flight in a town like Bexhill-on-Sea, the airspace is checked on the Drone Safety Map, which shows restriction zones around airports and prisons. We fly a sub-250g drone and hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. We take care over neighbours’ privacy. In the open category, flights stay under 120 m (400 ft) with the drone in sight.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Bexhill-on-Sea (TN39, TN40)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys in Bexhill-on-Sea: local notes
Bexhill-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Within a mile and a half or so of Bexhill-on-Sea there are several hotels, and like offices and blocks, hotels often sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Bexhill-on-Sea means lost rooms as well as repairs.
Bexhill-on-Sea is in East Sussex. If you are in Bexhill-on-Sea, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. Brighton is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: TN39 and TN40. Whether your property is on London Road, High Street and Station Road or anywhere close by, we can help. You’ll find Bexhill-on-Sea on the A259 and A269, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Sidley (1 mile north), Watermill (2 miles north), Lunsford's Cross (2 miles north-west), Hooe Common (3 miles north-west) and Russell's Green (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (4 miles east), Hailsham (9 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles east), Polegate (10 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (6 miles east). Being one of East Sussex’s larger places, Bexhill-on-Sea has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Bexhill-on-Sea
In Bexhill-on-Sea, that means homes and buildings near Picture Playhouse pub, Bexhill High Academy and Egerton Park, among other places. Bexhill-on-Sea’s nearest station is Bexhill station, about 0.6 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Bexhill Hospital (0.5 miles north-east) and Bexhill Costume And Social History Museum (0.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Bexhill-on-Sea include Senlac Hill and Gillham Wood.
When to book a survey in Bexhill-on-Sea
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
If you look after a building such as King Offa Primary Academy, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
What to check before booking
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What insurance they carry
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
Useful tips for Bexhill-on-Sea property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Around Bexhill-on-Sea, water from a roof defect frequently goes unseen for a while, soaking loft insulation, wall tops and timbers. By the time a stain appears on a ceiling, there is more to put right.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- A report with photographs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Common questions in Bexhill-on-Sea
Is Bexhill-on-Sea in the area you cover?
Yes, Bexhill-on-Sea is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Does the weather affect a survey in Bexhill-on-Sea?
Some parts of a survey depend on the weather: drone flights need light wind and no heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best on a dry roof after a sunny day. If conditions aren’t right for what your survey needs, we’ll talk to you about another day.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How do I book a survey in Bexhill-on-Sea?
To arrange a survey, ring 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 find a day that suits.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. The survey is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the report shows where to look more closely.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Semi-detached and terraced homes in a town like Bexhill-on-Sea often share a roof line with the neighbours, so we look at what can be seen of the shared parts from your side. It’s useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.