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Thermal imaging roof survey in Hamsey, East Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Hamsey, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On larger commercial single-ply roofs, thermal imaging can help target moisture readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
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.
Thermal roof survey in Hamsey
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings do not rely on the camera alone. Typical surveys look at patches of heat loss across the roof and thin or uneven insulation in the roof, across ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes.
In a village or hamlet like Hamsey, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Hamsey (BN8)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Rural addresses near Hamsey can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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FAQs for Hamsey
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hamsey?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hamsey?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hamsey as anywhere else.
Do you use drones?
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.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It frequently helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It’s used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone can’t prove a leak.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
Also in Hamsey
What affects the price in Hamsey
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Flying and imaging in Hamsey
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Historic houses like Anne of Cleves House, about 1.9 miles south, show how far back building around Hamsey goes. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Peter: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Hamsey is about 1 mile north of Lewes, in East Sussex. We provide thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hamsey and nearby. Hamsey is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. Brighton is in our area too.
We cover every part of BN8 for thermal roof surveys. We also cover Offham (1 mile south-west), South Malling (1 mile south), Lewes (1 mile south), Cliffe (2 miles south) and Southover (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (9 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (13 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (7 miles south).
Near you in Hamsey
In Hamsey, that means homes and buildings near Railway Land, Priory School and The Blacksmiths Arms, among other places. The closest station to Hamsey is Cooksbridge station, roughly 0.8 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Lewes Castle (1.6 miles south) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (1.5 miles south). The countryside around Hamsey includes Malling Down and Offham Hill.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hamsey
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
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 when budgeting.
Common roof problems in Hamsey
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report, which helps when timescales are tight.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Anyone responsible for a site like Hamsey Community Primary School will know that big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What insurance they carry
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their report turnaround times