West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Fisher
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Fisher, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A formal energy assessment
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Fisher
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
Thermal roof survey in Fisher: what you get
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. 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 will discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. If you’re worried about cold spots on ceilings under the roof and patches of heat loss across the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Fisher may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Fisher (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Fisher
Fisher lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take an older house close to St Leodegar's Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Fisher is about 3 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover Fisher and the rest of West Sussex. Fisher is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
All of PO20 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in South Mundham (1 mile east), Street End (1 mile south-west), Sidlesham Common (1 mile west), Sidlesham (2 miles south-west) and Nyetimber (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (3 miles east), Chichester (3 miles north), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles north-west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Near you in Fisher
The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 2.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Cathedral Treasury (2.7 miles north) and Chichester Castle (3 miles north).
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Somewhere as small as Fisher, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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Roof by roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
Leave it or get it looked at?
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Outbuildings and barns around Fisher are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Fisher: your questions answered
Is Fisher in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Fisher is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fisher?
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.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Fisher?
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Chichester High School For Girls, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their insurance cover
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Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- File the images with your roof records
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
Once we’ve been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.