East Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Coggins Mill, East Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Coggins Mill. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Check outlets after heavy rain
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof, when the conditions are suitable.
How a thermal roof survey works in Coggins Mill
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. The camera doesn’t see water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. If you are worried about thin or uneven insulation in the roof and stains that keep coming back, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Coggins Mill, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Coggins Mill (TN20)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. We check those patches with moisture readings.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
Towns and villages near Coggins Mill
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What we’re asked to look at in Coggins Mill
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where it applies, with a report the same day, which helps when timescales are tight.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St. Dunstan, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- When you will get the report
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What happens after the report arrives
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Coggins Mill
Is Coggins Mill within the area you cover?
Yes. Coggins Mill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Coggins Mill?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can a thermal camera see water?
The camera does not see water itself. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
What happens if roof problems are left?
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Outbuildings and barns around Coggins Mill are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Coggins Mill
- 98% of customers satisfied
- PI and public liability insurance
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Around Coggins Mill, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Coggins Mill roofs
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses such as Wadhurst Castle, about 3.5 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Coggins Mill goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Mayfield Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Coggins Mill is about 5 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Coggins Mill and the rest of East Sussex. Coggins Mill is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: TN20. We also cover the places around Coggins Mill: Mayfield (1 mile south-west), Rusher's Cross (1 mile north-east), Tidebrook (1 mile north-east), Wellbrook (2 miles south-west) and Argos Hill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles west), Uckfield (9 miles south-west), Polegate (14 miles south) and South Malling (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Coggins Mill
Around Coggins Mill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Rose And Crown Inn and St Leonards-Mayfield School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wadhurst station, about 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (5.5 miles west). For a walk, there’s Crowborough Country Park.