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Thermal imaging roof survey in Binsted, West Sussex
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Binsted, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Binsted
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We’re frequently asked to look into heat escaping through the roof and stains that keep coming back, on flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Binsted are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Binsted (BN18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Binsted often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Roof by roof
Loft insulation
The difference is clearest when the home is heated and it is cold out. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We back up what the camera shows with a look in the loft where we can.
Flying and imaging in Binsted
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Binsted. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Take a building like Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Binsted is about 4 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Binsted, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Binsted is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Brighton is in our area too.
All of BN18 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Avisford (1 mile west), Walberton (1 mile west), Slindon Common (1 mile north-west), Slindon (2 miles north-west) and West Barnham (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (9 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Around Binsted
We work in homes and buildings around St Philip Howard Catholic High School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Ford station, roughly 1.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Arundel Castle (2.4 miles east) and Arundel and District Hospital (1.9 miles east). For a walk, there is WWT Arundel and Bignor Hill.
Towns and villages near Binsted
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FAQs for Binsted
Do you carry out roof surveys in Binsted?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Binsted is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Binsted is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Binsted?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Useful tips for Binsted property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Don’t switch the heating off before the visit
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- An energy rating for the building
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.