West Sussex · London and the South East
Hardham Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Hardham. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
Airspace, weather and Hardham roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like St James' CofE Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. For an older house near a landmark like St Botolph's Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. With Old Place Manor about 1 mile north-east, the area around Hardham has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Hardham is about 10 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We visit Hardham as part of our work across West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Hardham and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Thermal roof surveys in RH20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Coldwaltham (1 mile south-west), Pulborough (1 mile north-east), Watersfield (2 miles south-west), Fittleworth (2 miles north-west) and Lower Horncroft (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Hardham
Around Hardham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Hart Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 0.7 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Amberley Museum (3.6 miles south) and Coates Castle (2.8 miles west). Open spaces near Hardham include Bignor Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
About our thermal roof survey in Hardham
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. The camera does not see water itself, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. We survey pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are moisture around outlets and upstands and heat escaping through the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Hardham may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Hardham (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Photograph damp patches with the date
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
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.
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What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Hardham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Hardham, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Questions from Hardham
Is my home in Hardham listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Hardham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, and we check them with moisture readings.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it’s useful to know how much of it is actually wet. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you commit. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hardham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hardham
- Photos and a written report every time
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- An energy rating for the building
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hardham
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions