West Sussex · London and the South East
Earnley Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Earnley and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
Thermal roof survey in Earnley
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. If you’ve noticed damp patches with no obvious cause and damp around roof outlets and upstands, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and commercial roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Earnley may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it’s 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.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Earnley (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys in Earnley: local notes
Earnley lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind off the sea can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. 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.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Earnley Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Earnley is about 3 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Earnley, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Thermal roof surveys in PO20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Earnley Manor Close, Bookers Lane and Drove Lane, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in East Wittering (1 mile west), Almodington (1 mile north-east), Somerley (1 mile north), Shipton Green (2 miles north) and Birdham (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-east), Selsey (3 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Near you in Earnley
Nearby you will also find Selsey Lifeboat Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Pilsey Island.
Also near Earnley
Also in Earnley
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Earnley
Is my home in Earnley listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Earnley?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Earnley as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Heat the home normally on the days before
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
What affects the price in Earnley
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Earnley
Once a leak has been fixed, people frequently ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain when the conditions on the day are suitable.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
For site and facilities teams at buildings like East Wittering Community Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before you book anyone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
- Their report turnaround times
What happens on the day
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos. As for time on site, it typically takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Earnley frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below frequently show. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and colder outside. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.