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Thermal Roof Survey in Broadland Row
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Broadland Row, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Water that travels before it shows
Thermal roof survey in Broadland Row: what you get
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, something you can’t normally tell from the surface. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We survey ceilings below the roof, pitched roof slopes and loft conversions, and people most frequently book us about damp patches with no obvious cause and ceilings that feel colder in places.
Older buildings in small places like Broadland Row may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
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.
- Place
- Broadland Row (TN31)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Broadland Row
Do you carry out roof surveys in Broadland Row?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Broadland Row as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Broadland Row within the area you cover?
Yes, Broadland Row is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Broadland Row?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Drones, thermal imaging and Broadland Row roofs
Broadland Row lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Great Dixter, about 4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Broadland Row. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Broadland Row is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Broadland Row, we can survey the roof. Our East Sussex coverage includes Broadland Row. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN31 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Hundredhouse Lane and Udimore Road. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Broad Oak (1 mile west), Udimore (1 mile east), Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-west), Doleham (2 miles south-west) and Broad Street (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
What’s near Broadland Row
Broadland Row’s nearest station is Doleham station, about 1.9 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Conquest Hospital (4.8 miles south-west) and Barn Theatre and Museum (3.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Broadland Row includes Flatropers Wood.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Broadland Row
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
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What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Broadland Row, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Broadland Row
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Broadland Row
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when it’s warm inside and cold outside.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Mary: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?