Surrey · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Horne
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Horne from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
How a thermal roof survey works in Horne
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. We survey insulated roof spaces, commercial roofs and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are areas of a flat roof that may hold water and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys.
In a small place like Horne, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Horne (RH6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Horne: your questions answered
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Horne?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Horne is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is Horne within the area you cover?
Yes, Horne 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 helps to know about access.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
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.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Horne, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- 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.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Flying and imaging in Horne
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome comes within about 1 mile of Horne. Where the drone is part of the survey, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Horne is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Horne and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Horne is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for thermal roof surveys. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Surveys in RH6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Church Road and Whitewood Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Horne include Whitewood (1 mile north-east), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
Near you in Horne
In Horne, that means homes and buildings near The Jolly Farmer pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Horne is Godstone station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are East Surrey Hospital (4.2 miles north-west) and Bletchingley Castle (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.
When to book a survey in Horne
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report, which suits a purchase that is moving quickly.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Stains that keep coming back
- Cold areas below the roof
Whatever the street in Horne, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Before you book anyone
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
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What a thermal roof survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep a record of when stains appear
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.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
How we price thermal roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Which survey package you book
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.