West Sussex · London and the South East
Burgess Hill Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Burgess Hill. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Stains that keep coming back
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
About our thermal roof survey in Burgess Hill
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, so it’s 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. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. Common reasons to book are water getting in at parapets and stacks and leaks that are hard to trace, on commercial roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
Older homes in a town like Burgess Hill may lose heat through roofs with little or no insulation. A thermal camera shows those cold and warm patches, and some of them can point to moisture. What it shows is surface temperature, not water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings, while drone photos show the outside of the same roof. Results depend on the conditions, which is why the date is chosen with care.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Burgess Hill (RH15)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Burgess Hill property owners
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is often moved when people work in the loft space.
Why act early in Burgess Hill
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. In a family home in Burgess Hill, a small roof fault lets water into places you can’t see, soaking loft insulation, wall tops and timbers. By the time it shows inside, the job has grown.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Burgess Hill
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Parking in a town like Burgess Hill is usually simple, but tell us if there’s a driveway or any restrictions. The inspection covers whatever is safely visible from outside, from windows and from the loft space, and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Burgess Hill
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
Landlords, agents and block managers in Burgess Hill
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Thermal roof surveys in Burgess Hill: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
Take a building like St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St John the Evangelist's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Historic houses such as Ockenden Manor, about 3.4 miles north, show how far back building around Burgess Hill goes. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Burgess Hill is about 9 miles north of Brighton, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Burgess Hill and the rest of West Sussex. Burgess Hill is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Brighton is in our area too.
We work across RH15 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Church Road, Station Road and Lower Church Road and the roads around them. Burgess Hill sits on or near the A273 and B2036. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Jacob's Post (1 mile west), World's End (1 mile north-east), Abbotsford (1 mile north-west), Goddards Green (2 miles west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (11 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles north-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (10 miles south-west). Being one of West Sussex’s larger places, Burgess Hill has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Near you in Burgess Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Burgess Hill Girls, Oakmeeds Community College and The Six Gold Martlets pub, among other places. There is a railway station in Burgess Hill itself: Burgess Hill station. Well-known places in the area include Burgess Hill Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Clayton Castle (3.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. The camera can give clues to where it is sitting, given suitable conditions on the day.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Towns and villages near Burgess Hill
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Burgess Hill
How should I get ready for a visit in Burgess Hill?
Mostly, it’s about access: the loft hatch, any locked gates and where to park in Burgess Hill. Let us know about known leaks or past repairs as well.
How do I find out if my home in Burgess Hill is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.