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Thermal imaging roof survey in Kingston Gorse, West Sussex
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Kingston Gorse and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
When to book a survey in Kingston Gorse
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Common reasons to book include:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Anyone responsible for a site like Ferring CofE Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- Will the report include photos?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How a thermal roof survey works in Kingston Gorse
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves frequently show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. We’re often asked to look into heat escaping through the roof and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, on flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes.
Somewhere as small as Kingston Gorse, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Kingston Gorse (BN16)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Kingston Gorse
Do you cover Kingston Gorse?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Kingston Gorse is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Kingston Gorse
Before replacing a large flat roof, it helps to know how much of it is actually wet. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you spend. Older cottages and farmhouses around Kingston Gorse can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Kingston Gorse
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a hamlet or village like Kingston Gorse, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Honest limits
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A formal energy assessment
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
Flying and imaging in Kingston Gorse
Kingston Gorse lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind off the sea 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. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Andrew's Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. With Ecclesden Manor about 1.8 miles north, the area around Kingston Gorse has a long history. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition.
Kingston Gorse is about 3 miles south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Kingston Gorse is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. Brighton is in our area too.
We cover every part of BN16 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Middle Way, Gorse Avenue and Sea Lane. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in West Kingston (1 mile west), Ferring (1 mile north-east), Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile west), East Preston (1 mile north-west) and Hangleton (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (3 miles north-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Selsey (15 miles west), Littlehampton (3 miles west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Landmarks near Kingston Gorse
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Chatsmore Catholic High School. The nearest railway station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 1.5 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Zachary Merton Hospital (1.8 miles west) and Rustington Museum (2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Highdown Hill.