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Thermal imaging roof survey in Elsted Marsh, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Thermal roof surveys in Elsted Marsh, with photos and a clear written report.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
About our thermal roof survey in Elsted Marsh
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves frequently show up as temperature differences. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. It isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof, and people most frequently book us about possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and damp around roof outlets and upstands.
Some older homes in villages like Elsted Marsh are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Elsted Marsh (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Elsted Marsh
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so we know where to take moisture readings.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
For an older house near a landmark such as St George's Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roof by roof
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Parapet and valley gutters can overflow inside a building. We use the camera and moisture readings to help follow it.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We back up what the camera shows with a look in the loft where we can.
Airspace, weather and Elsted Marsh roofs
Historic houses such as Cowdray House, about 3.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Elsted Marsh goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Elsted Marsh is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Elsted Marsh can all book thermal roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Here we cover the GU29 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Ingrams Green (1 mile east), Dumpford (1 mile north), Trotton (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile south-west) and Didling (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (14 miles south-east), Chichester (10 miles south), Emsworth (10 miles south-west), Portfield (10 miles south), Yapton (14 miles south-east) and East Wittering (15 miles south).
Local landmarks in Elsted Marsh
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Keeper's Arms Public House. Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Museum (3.2 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.5 miles east). For a walk, there’s Iping and Stedham Commons.
Why act early in Elsted Marsh
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Older cottages and farmhouses around Elsted Marsh can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Elsted Marsh, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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What affects the price in Elsted Marsh
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in Elsted Marsh
Do you carry out roof surveys in Elsted Marsh?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Elsted Marsh is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Elsted Marsh?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.