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Thermal imaging roof survey in East Ashling, West Sussex
We carry out thermal roof surveys in East Ashling and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Stains that keep coming back
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Thermal roof survey in East Ashling
Thermal imaging is often 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 combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access. Typical surveys look at areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, across commercial roofs, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes.
In a small place like East Ashling, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- East Ashling (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for East Ashling property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it is easy to find each area on the roof.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Common questions in East Ashling
Will you come out to East Ashling?
Yes, East Ashling is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover East Ashling?
Yes, East Ashling is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in East Ashling as anywhere else.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can a thermal camera see water?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- An energy rating for the building
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Prices for thermal roof surveys in East Ashling
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
For a price for thermal roof surveys in East Ashling, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What we’re asked to look at in East Ashling
Some defects simply can’t be seen with the eye. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Take an older house close to Church of St Andrew: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around East Ashling often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
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Airspace, weather and East Ashling roofs
The coast is about 4 miles or less from East Ashling, and wind off the sea can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. With West Dean House about 4 miles north-east, East Ashling sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Funtington Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
East Ashling is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in East Ashling, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. East Ashling is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for thermal roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in PO18 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Other places close to East Ashling include West Ashling (1 mile west), West Stoke (1 mile north-east), Funtington (1 mile north-west), Broadbridge (2 miles south) and Hambrook (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (8 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
What’s near East Ashling
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Bishop Luffa School and The Horse And Groom Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bosham station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Novium Museum (3 miles south-east) and Chichester Castle (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near East Ashling include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.