East Sussex · London and the South East
Lower Dicker Thermal Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Thermal roof surveys in Lower Dicker.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It is your decision how to use it, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lower Dicker
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. It helps to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We survey insulated roof spaces, commercial roofs and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are moisture around outlets and upstands and water that travels before it shows.
Some older homes in villages like Lower Dicker are listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Lower Dicker (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Lower Dicker
What else we do in Lower Dicker
What this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
Airspace, weather and Lower Dicker roofs
The wider area around Lower Dicker has a long history of building, with Horselunges Manor about 1.2 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Hellingly Community Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Lower Dicker is about 2 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Lower Dicker is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our East Sussex coverage includes Lower Dicker and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in BN27 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Hackhurst Lane, Diamond Drive and Court Lodge Close. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Lower Horsebridge (1 mile east), Nash Street (1 mile north-west), Tile Hurst (1 mile south-east), Upper Dicker (1 mile south-west) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west) and Crowborough (12 miles north).
Landmarks near Lower Dicker
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hailsham Community College and Bede's Prep School. The nearest railway station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 3.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Sussex Farm Museum (3.5 miles north) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (1.8 miles east).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lower Dicker
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
What we are asked to look at in Lower Dicker
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Common reasons to book include:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
For an older house near a landmark such as Zoar Strict Baptist Chapel, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. Thermal images can show where it has been pushed aside.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water can get through cracked GRP into the deck. We combine a visual check of cracks with the thermal images around them.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around Lower Dicker can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Questions from Lower Dicker
Is my home in Lower Dicker listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
Is Lower Dicker within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.