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Thermal imaging roof survey in Holywell, East Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Thermal roof surveys in Holywell.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Stains that keep coming back
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof survey in Holywell: what you get
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. We survey commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are cold spots on ceilings under the roof and leaks that are hard to trace.
Around Holywell, a good many roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from ground level.
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
- Holywell (BN20, BN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Holywell property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
Holywell questions
Do you cover Holywell?
Yes, Holywell is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Holywell?
Yes, Holywell is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
How do I book a survey in Holywell?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Holywell
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to let us know when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Common roof problems in Holywell
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
If you live in an older home near St John the Evangelist, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long the report takes to arrive
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Parking around Holywell is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- 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 safely be seen.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Airspace, weather and Holywell roofs
Holywell is within about 1 mile of the coast, and coastal wind 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. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
If you look after a building like St John's Meads Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Holywell means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Holywell is about 2 miles south of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Holywell, we can come and survey your property. Holywell is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for thermal roof surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in BN20 and BN21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Mount Road, Cliff Road and Denton Road. If you are just outside Holywell, we cover Meads (1 mile north-west), Old Town (1 mile north), Upperton (1 mile north), Eastbourne (2 miles north) and Ratton Village (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (15 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles north-east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (14 miles north-west), Hailsham (8 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles north-east).
Around Holywell
Around Holywell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Gildredge House, Roedean Moira House and Gildrege Park. The closest station to Holywell is Eastbourne station, about 1.2 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Rnli Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum (0.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Holywell includes Combe Hill.
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- An energy rating for the building
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.