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Thermal imaging roof survey in Golden Cross, East Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Golden Cross.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
How a thermal roof survey works in Golden Cross
A thermal survey isn’t a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We’re often asked to look into cold spots on ceilings under the roof and missing or slipped insulation, on commercial roofs, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes.
Villages like Golden Cross frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. 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. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Golden Cross (BN27, BN8)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Golden Cross, access is typically the main thing to plan. 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 talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Golden Cross, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Golden Cross
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- File the images with your roof records
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- An energy rating for the building
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Golden Cross
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
Flying and imaging in Golden Cross
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. Historic houses such as Michelham Priory, about 2.3 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Golden Cross goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Take a building like Chiddingly Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Golden Cross is about 4 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Golden Cross can all book thermal roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the BN27 and BN8 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include Burgh Hill Road and Golden Cross, all of which we cover. Other places close to Golden Cross include Wickstreet (2 miles south), Ripe (2 miles south-west), Laughton (2 miles west), Arlington (3 miles south) and Berwick (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (8 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles west), Hailsham (4 miles south-east) and Crowborough (11 miles north).
What’s near Golden Cross
In Golden Cross, that means homes and buildings near The Golden Cross Inn, among other places. The closest station to Golden Cross is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 3.6 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (3.9 miles north-east) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (3.3 miles east).
Golden Cross questions
Is Golden Cross in the area you cover?
Yes, Golden Cross is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Golden Cross is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, like electronic leak detection.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. The camera can give clues to where it is sitting, given suitable conditions on the day.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We combine the images with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
Also in Golden Cross
When to book a survey in Golden Cross
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report, which helps when timescales are tight.
Common reasons to book include:
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether VAT is added on top