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Thermal Roof Survey in Broadfield
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Broadfield and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
About our thermal roof survey in Broadfield
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photographs, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. We’re often asked to look into missing or slipped insulation and damp patches with no obvious cause, across flat roofs, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes.
Around Broadfield, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Broadfield (RH11, RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Broadfield
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What we can’t see
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- An energy rating for the building
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Broadfield
About 4.4 miles south-east lies Tyes Place, a reminder of how long the area around Broadfield has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. The flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport comes within about 1 mile of Broadfield. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying.
For businesses in and around places such as County Mall, big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Seymour Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Broadfield is about 1 mile south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Broadfield for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Sussex, we cover Broadfield.
We survey roofs across RH11 and RH10 for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Terry Road, Hobbs Road and Clark Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Broadfield, we cover Kilnwood Vale (2 miles west), Colgate (2 miles south-west), Faygate (2 miles west), Handcross (3 miles south) and Plummers Plain (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (9 miles east), Billingshurst (12 miles south-west) and Roffey (4 miles west).
Near you in Broadfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cottesmore School, Target Hill Park and The New Moon pub, among other places. Broadfield’s nearest station is Crawley station, about 1.4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Crawley Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Crawley Museum (1.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Tilgate Lake.
Towns and villages near Broadfield
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The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. A visit to a smaller place like Broadfield is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Different roofs, different checks
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Problems where roof slopes and walls meet are often hidden. A careful visual inspection goes alongside the images.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Common questions in Broadfield
Do you cover smaller places like Broadfield?
Yes, Broadfield is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Are there drone restrictions around Broadfield?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Broadfield is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and the rest of the survey doesn’t depend on the drone.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What happens next?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast as you book.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
When to book a survey in Broadfield
Some defects simply cannot be seen with the eye. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are frequently invisible from outside. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Gaps in loft insulation
If you live in an older home near Christ The Lord, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report