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Thermal Roof Survey in Duddleswell
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Duddleswell from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof survey in Duddleswell
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. To book, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you are worried about cold areas below the roof and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Duddleswell, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. 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: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Duddleswell (TN22)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Parapet and valley gutters can overflow inside a building. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it is warm inside and colder outside. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
What we are asked to look at in Duddleswell
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Whatever the street in Duddleswell, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- Are they insured for the work?
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Around Duddleswell, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Useful tips for Duddleswell property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Check outlets after heavy rain
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps frequently appear after work in the loft.
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Duddleswell questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Duddleswell?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Duddleswell within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
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.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Airspace, weather and Duddleswell roofs
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For properties in and around Duddleswell, we check whatever is safely visible and explain what we find.
Duddleswell is about 3 miles west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Duddleswell, we can come and survey your property. Our East Sussex coverage includes Duddleswell. You can also see our page for Crawley.
We work across the TN22 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. If you’re just outside Duddleswell, we cover Nutley (2 miles west), Horney Common (2 miles south), Chelwood Gate (3 miles west), Chelwood Common (3 miles west) and Wych Cross (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Lewes (12 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-east), Crowborough (3 miles east), Uckfield (5 miles south), South Malling (12 miles south) and Heathfield (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Duddleswell
For rail, the closest station is Buxted station, about 3.8 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3 miles east). Not far away are Brickfield Meadow.