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Thermal imaging roof survey in East Dean, East Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in East Dean, with photos and a written report.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in East Dean
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We’ll discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We’re often asked to look into damp that repairs haven’t cured and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, across ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and insulated roof spaces.
In a small place like East Dean, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. 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.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- East Dean (BN20)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- 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
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in East Dean
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Problems we come across often include:
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Stains that keep coming back
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Water that travels before it shows
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Simon and St Jude, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their insurance cover
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near East Dean can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Questions from East Dean
Is my home in East Dean listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to East Dean?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we will say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in East Dean
East Dean is within about 1 mile of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Alfriston Clergy House, about 3.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Dean. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
East Dean is about 4 miles south-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in East Dean, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
All of BN20 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Lower Street, Went Way and Gilberts Drive or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Friston (1 mile north-east), Birling Gap (1 mile south), Jevington (2 miles north), Meads (3 miles east) and Old Town (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (4 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles north-east), Seaford (4 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (8 miles north) and Uckfield (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in East Dean
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Tiger Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Eastbourne station, about 3.4 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Filching Manor And Motor Museum (3.3 miles north) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (3.3 miles north-east). The countryside around East Dean includes Combe Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in East Dean
Landlords and agents in East Dean book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Useful tips for East Dean property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
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What else we do in East Dean
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.