East Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Horam
We carry out thermal roof surveys in Horam and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
How a thermal roof survey works in Horam
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There is an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. To book, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. Common reasons to book are areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, on ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and commercial roofs.
In a small place like Horam, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. 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
- Horam (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Horam
Will you come out to Horam?
Yes, Horam is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Horam in the area you cover?
Yes, Horam is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Horam as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Common roof problems in Horam
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so we know where to take moisture readings.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
With Horselunges Manor about 3.2 miles south, the area around Horam has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
What to check before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Airspace, weather and Horam roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near Christ Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you look after a building like Maynards Green Community Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Horam is about 5 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Horam gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Horam is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for thermal roof surveys. You can also see our page for Brighton.
We survey roofs across TN21 for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Little London Road, Toll Wood Road and Beauford Road. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Burlow (1 mile south-west), Vines Cross (1 mile east), Maynard's Green (1 mile north), Lions Green (1 mile north-west) and Warbleton (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (10 miles south), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Hailsham (5 miles south).
What’s near Horam
Around Horam, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Horam Inn, among other places. Nearby you will also find Sussex Farm Museum (within half a mile north-west) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (3.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Selwyns Wood.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Horam
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. For an older or listed building in a place like Horam, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Horam
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Horam, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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What affects the price in Horam
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- File the images with your roof records
- Keep a record of when stains appear
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it is easy to find each area on the roof.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.