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Thermal imaging roof survey in Lordington, West Sussex
Need a thermal roof survey in Lordington? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Lordington
Is Lordington in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Lordington is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Lordington listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It frequently helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
How a thermal roof survey works in Lordington
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’s a 12-month follow-up as well. If you’re worried about wet insulation beneath the membrane and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Villages like Lordington often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. 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.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Lordington (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Lordington
Some defects simply cannot be seen with the eye. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are often invisible from outside. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Warblington Castle, about 4.2 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lordington. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences frequently show through. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
Why get it checked now?
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Lordington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Lordington
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
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.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps frequently appear after work in the loft.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Lordington
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a hamlet or village like Lordington, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Places near Lordington
Other services in Lordington
Flying and imaging in Lordington
Lordington is within about 4 miles of the coast. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bourne Community College, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. For an older house near a landmark such as Racton Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Lordington is about 4 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. Lordington gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Lordington is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Thermal roof surveys in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Lordington, we cover Racton (1 mile south), Walderton (1 mile north-east), Funtington (2 miles south-east), Hambrook (2 miles south) and West Ashling (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south-east), Selsey (11 miles south-east), Emsworth (3 miles south-west), Portfield (6 miles south-east) and Yapton (13 miles east).
What’s near Lordington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Stansted Park. The closest station to Lordington is Southbourne station, about 2.5 miles south. A little further out are Havant War Memorial Hospital (4.7 miles south-west) and Emsworth Museum (3.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Lordington includes Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Walderton Down.