West Sussex · London and the South East
Coldwaltham Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Coldwaltham and across West Sussex.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Why it is worth a survey now in Coldwaltham
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Around Coldwaltham, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Thermal roof survey in Coldwaltham: what you get
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We’ll discuss the weather with you when booking, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. Common reasons to book are heat escaping through the roof and thin or uneven insulation in the roof, across pitched roof slopes, ceilings below the roof and commercial roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Coldwaltham, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Coldwaltham (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Coldwaltham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
Airspace, weather and Coldwaltham roofs
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Old Place Manor lies about 2 miles north-east, so building around Coldwaltham goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Giles, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Coldwaltham is about 9 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We provide thermal roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Coldwaltham and nearby. Across West Sussex, we cover Coldwaltham. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on London Road, Old London Road and Silverdale or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Watersfield (1 mile south-west), Hardham (1 mile north-east), Lower Horncroft (1 mile north-west), Coates (2 miles north-west) and Fittleworth (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Coldwaltham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Labouring Man pub and Lodge Hill Residential Centre and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 1.8 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Amberley Museum (2.8 miles south) and Amberley Castle (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep a record of when stains appear
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Coldwaltham?
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, especially when it’s warm inside and cold outside.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Cold areas below the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Missing or slipped insulation
Take a building like St James' CofE Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Questions to ask before you book
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What exactly goes into their report
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Damp at junctions can be hard to see by eye. We combine a close visual check with the thermal images.
Questions from Coldwaltham
Is Coldwaltham in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is Coldwaltham within the area you cover?
Yes, Coldwaltham is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It often helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, which we then check with moisture readings.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How do I book a survey in Coldwaltham?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.