West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Broadbridge
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Broadbridge and across West Sussex.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Broadbridge
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, 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 do not rely on the camera alone. We survey loft conversions, commercial roofs and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and cold spots on ceilings under the roof.
In a small place like Broadbridge, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Broadbridge (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Broadbridge 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Broadbridge, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Broadbridge
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Flying and imaging in Broadbridge
Broadbridge lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bosham Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Broadbridge is about 3 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. If you’re in Broadbridge, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Station Road, Gifford Road and North Road and the roads around them. We also cover Bosham (1 mile south-west), West Ashling (1 mile north), Chidham (1 mile west), East Ashling (2 miles north) and Fishbourne (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Around Broadbridge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Bishop Luffa School and The White Swan Public House, among other places. There’s a railway station in Broadbridge itself: Bosham station. A little further out are Novium Museum (2.9 miles east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Broadbridge
Is Broadbridge in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Broadbridge is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Is Broadbridge within the area you cover?
Yes. Broadbridge is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. It shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
When to book a survey in Broadbridge
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Problems we come across often include:
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Leaks that are hard to trace
The streets around a church like The United Reformed Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Useful tips for Broadbridge property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Don’t switch the heating off before the visit
- File the images with your roof records
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
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Why act early in Broadbridge
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Outbuildings and barns around Broadbridge are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Broadbridge
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help