West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Hammerpot
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Hammerpot, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks that are hard to trace
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hammerpot
Repeated repairs that don’t stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, rather than more guesswork. For an older or listed building in a place like Hammerpot, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
What you get with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
How a thermal roof survey works in Hammerpot
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. 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. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you are worried about damp that repairs haven’t cured and cold spots on ceilings under the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Villages like Hammerpot often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Hammerpot (BN16)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
Thermal roof surveys in Hammerpot: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Hammerpot. 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. The wider area around Hammerpot has a long history of building, with Ecclesden Manor about 1.1 miles south-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building like St Margaret's CofE Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Margaret, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Hammerpot is about 3 miles north-east of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hammerpot can all book thermal roof surveys. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Thermal roof surveys in BN16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Hammerpot: Angmering (1 mile south), Patching (2 miles east), Clapham (2 miles east), Hangleton (2 miles south-east) and West Preston (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (4 miles east), Bognor Regis (9 miles west), Chichester (13 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (3 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Near you in Hammerpot
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Fox pub, The Angmering School and Clapham Wood and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Angmering station, about 1.7 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Rustington Museum (2.3 miles south) and Lyminster Siege Castle (2.4 miles west). For a walk, there is WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
Where a pattern can’t be confirmed, the report says what could help, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. For a village or hamlet like Hammerpot, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Hammerpot
How do I find out if my home in Hammerpot is listed?
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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hammerpot?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Hammerpot is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.