West Sussex · London and the South East
Dormans Park Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Dormans Park and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Stains that keep coming back
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
For a price for your roof in Dormans Park, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Thermal roof survey in Dormans Park
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We survey insulated roof spaces, ceilings below the roof and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are stains that keep coming back and moisture around outlets and upstands.
Older buildings in small places like Dormans Park may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Dormans Park (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Dormans Park
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
The streets around a church like St John the Evangelist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
Thermal roof surveys in Dormans Park: local notes
Saint Hill Manor, about 3.1 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Dormans Park. 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 your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bush Davies School of Theatre Arts, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Dormans Park is about 1 mile north of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Roofs in Dormans Park get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Dormans Park and the places around it. Crawley is in our area too.
Thermal roof surveys in RH19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include East Hill, Furzefield Chase and Hill Crest, and we cover them all. We also cover Felcourt (1 mile north-west), Dormansland (1 mile north-east), East Grinstead (1 mile south), Lingfield (2 miles north) and Felbridge (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (8 miles west), Horsham (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (11 miles south), Burgess Hill (14 miles south), Broadfield (9 miles south-west) and Bewbush (10 miles west).
What’s near Dormans Park
Around Dormans Park, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Baldwins Hill Primary School and Imberhorne School and the streets around them. The closest station to Dormans Park is Dormans station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Queen Victoria Hospital (1 mile south-east) and East Grinstead Museum (1.7 miles south). Not far away are Hedgecourt Lake.
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, when the conditions allow.
Towns and villages near Dormans Park
Also in Dormans Park
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Dormans Park
Will you come out to Dormans Park?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is Dormans Park in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Dormans Park as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can be useful, though pitched roofs are usually harder to read. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know 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 about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Dormans Park can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.