West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Ingrams Green, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Ingrams Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
How a thermal roof survey works in Ingrams Green
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. Typical surveys look at damp around chimneys and parapets and wet insulation beneath the membrane, across commercial roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
In a small place like Ingrams Green, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Ingrams Green (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Ingrams Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ingrams Green?
Yes, Ingrams Green is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ingrams Green?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take an hour or two for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
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How we price thermal roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Thermal roof surveys in Ingrams Green: local notes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. The wider area around Ingrams Green has a long history of building, with Cowdray House about 3.1 miles east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Ingrams Green is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We provide thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ingrams Green and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Every address in GU29 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Elsted Marsh (1 mile west), Didling (1 mile south), Dumpford (1 mile north-west), Trotton (1 mile north) and Elsted (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Emsworth (11 miles south-west), Billingshurst (15 miles east), Portfield (10 miles south) and Yapton (14 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Ingrams Green
Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (3 miles east) and Midhurst Museum (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Ingrams Green include Iping and Stedham Commons.
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Around Ingrams Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- A formal energy assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Ingrams Green
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Ingrams Green book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
When to book a survey in Ingrams Green
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
In and around Ingrams Green, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What insurance they carry
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs