West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in High Salvington
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Thermal roof surveys in High Salvington, with photos and a clear written report.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in High Salvington
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. It also includes a drone inspection where it applies, a structural analysis and a same-day report. There’s an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you’ve noticed ceilings that feel colder in places and wet insulation beneath the membrane, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around High Salvington, a good many roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. The parts you cannot see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. Both depend on the weather on the day. Close-up images frequently show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from the ground.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- High Salvington (BN13, BN14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Being in a smaller place like High Salvington does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Questions from High Salvington
How do I find out if my home in High Salvington is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is High Salvington within the area you cover?
Yes, High Salvington is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
The camera does not see water itself. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You will then get the report by email.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Flying and imaging in High Salvington
High Salvington is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea 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. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Historic houses like Ecclesden Manor, about 3.1 miles south-west, show how far back building around High Salvington goes. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If you look after a building like Vale School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
High Salvington is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We cover High Salvington and the rest of West Sussex. High Salvington is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Brighton is in our area too.
All of BN13 and BN14 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Cote (1 mile south-west), Durrington (1 mile south), Findon (1 mile north), Clapham (2 miles west) and Patching (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles east).
What’s near High Salvington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Clapham Wood and Durrington High School and the streets around them. High Salvington’s nearest station is Durrington-On-Sea station, about 2.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.7 miles south) and Old Castle (1.7 miles south). The countryside around High Salvington includes Highdown Hill and Widewater Lagoon.
Also near High Salvington
What else we do in High Salvington
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Landlords, agents and block managers in High Salvington
Letting agents and landlords in High Salvington book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
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.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like High Salvington, so it is useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A report with photographs
- Package prices that include VAT