West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Coneyhurst
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Coneyhurst. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
How a thermal roof survey works in Coneyhurst
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, 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. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces, and common reasons people get in touch are heat escaping through the roof and ceilings that feel colder in places.
Some older homes in villages like Coneyhurst are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Coneyhurst (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Coneyhurst
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Stains that keep coming back
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
Take a building like The Weald School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Are they insured for the work?
Coneyhurst questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Coneyhurst?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Coneyhurst is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Coneyhurst is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Roof by roof
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.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Parapet and valley gutters can overflow inside a building. We use the camera and moisture readings to help follow it.
Flying and imaging in Coneyhurst
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. Old Place Manor, about 4.8 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Coneyhurst. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Coneyhurst is about 6 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Bookings from Coneyhurst are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across West Sussex, we cover Coneyhurst and the places around it. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RH14. We also cover Billingshurst (2 miles north-west), Five Oaks (3 miles north), Newpound Common (3 miles north-west), The Haven (4 miles north) and Slinfold (5 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south).
Around Coneyhurst
For rail, the closest station is Billingshurst station, about 1.2 miles north-west. A little further out are Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Knepp Wildland.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Coneyhurst, 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. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.