West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Didling
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof across Didling, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Didling
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access. If you’ve noticed cold spots on ceilings under the roof and gaps in loft insulation, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Villages like Didling often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Didling (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Didling
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. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Gaps in loft insulation
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What follow-up you get after the report
Thermal roof surveys in Didling: local notes
About 3.7 miles west lies Uppark, a reminder of how long the area around Didling has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Didling is about 6 miles south-east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Didling and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
All of GU29 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Didling, we cover Ingrams Green (1 mile north), Elsted Marsh (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile north-west), Dumpford (2 miles north) and Trotton (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (13 miles south-east), Chichester (8 miles south), Emsworth (9 miles south-west), Portfield (9 miles south), Yapton (13 miles south-east) and East Wittering (14 miles south).
Around Didling
A little further out are Midhurst Museum (3.5 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.9 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Iping and Stedham Commons and Levin Down.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Nearby places to Didling
Other services in Didling
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Didling
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. Older and listed buildings around Didling may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Didling, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Questions from Didling
Do you cover Didling?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Didling is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Didling within the area you cover?
Yes. Didling is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. The results depend on conditions on the day. If the source can’t be confirmed, we’ll say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is often moved when people work in the loft space.