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Thermal Roof Survey in Burgh Hill
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Burgh Hill. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Thermal roof survey in Burgh Hill
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. If you’ve noticed cold spots on ceilings under the roof and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs, commercial roofs and insulated roof spaces alike.
Somewhere as small as Burgh Hill, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Burgh Hill (TN19)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Places near Burgh Hill
What else we do in Burgh Hill
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
Drones, thermal imaging and Burgh Hill roofs
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Take an older house close to Holy Trinity: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. With Bateman's about 3.8 miles south-west, the area around Burgh Hill has a long history. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Burgh Hill is about 11 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. We cover Burgh Hill and the rest of East Sussex. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Thermal roof surveys in TN19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Fysie Lane and Burgh Hill or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Hurst Green (1 mile east), Cooper's Corner (1 mile north-east), Etchingham (1 mile south-west), Silver Hill (1 mile south-east) and Flimwell (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (13 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Burgh Hill
In Burgh Hill, that means homes and buildings near The Old Bull Inn and Robertsbridge Community College. The closest station to Burgh Hill is Etchingham station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Burgh Hill include Bewl Water.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Burgh Hill, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Advice
FAQs for Burgh Hill
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Burgh Hill?
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.
Is Burgh Hill in the area you cover?
Yes, Burgh Hill is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. If the source can’t be confirmed, we will say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Useful tips for Burgh Hill property owners
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Burgh Hill?
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report, which helps when timescales are tight.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Water that travels before it shows
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Etchingham Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see