West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Horsham, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Horsham from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Horsham
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you’ve noticed cold spots on ceilings under the roof and gaps in loft insulation, we can find out what’s behind it.
Weather decides a lot: drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day with a dry roof and little wind. For a roof in Horsham, the day is chosen with the forecast in mind. Some parts of a visit, like a look in the loft, do not depend on the weather.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Horsham (RH12, RH13, RH20, BN44)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Horsham
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Flying and imaging in Horsham
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Around Horsham, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. Take an older house close to Hope Chapel: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Horsham is about 31 miles south of London, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Horsham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH12, RH13, RH20 and BN44 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Station Road, London Road and Market Square and the roads around them. Being close to the A24 and A29, Horsham is simple for us to get to for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Horsham: Tower Hill (1 mile south-west), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles west), Holbrook (2 miles north), Warnham (2 miles north-west) and Southwater (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (7 miles north-east), Haywards Heath (11 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east), East Grinstead (14 miles east), Broadfield (5 miles east) and Storrington (11 miles south-west). Horsham is among the bigger towns we cover in West Sussex.
Near you in Horsham
We work in homes and buildings around Millais School, Warnham Park and Kingslea Primary School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Horsham itself: Horsham station. Nearby you will also find Christs Hospital School Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Horsham Hospital (less than half a mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Warnham LNR.
Why get it checked now?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. In commercial buildings and blocks around Horsham, water through the roof costs more than the repair itself. It’s easier to plan work than to react to it.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- A photo-illustrated written report
What affects the price in Horsham
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Where a building in Horsham has a manager or access rules, those are sorted out before the day. At home, it is useful to clear a route to the loft and point out any stains or leaks. You then get a written report with photos.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- 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 the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Horsham, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Questions from Horsham
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Horsham?
Very little. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy, and the visit in Horsham can get straight on.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horsham?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
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. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, let us know when booking.
Do you cover Horsham?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Horsham.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- File the images with your roof records
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
Once we’ve been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.