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Thermal Roof Survey in Mannings Heath
Independent thermal roof surveys in Mannings Heath. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Mannings Heath?
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where it applies, with a report the same day, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Take a building like The Forest School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will the report include photos?
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Mannings Heath
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. 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. If you are worried about stains that keep coming back and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, we can find out what’s behind it, on ceilings below the roof, commercial roofs and pitched roof slopes alike.
Villages like Mannings Heath 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. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Location
- Mannings Heath (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Mannings Heath, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- A formal energy assessment
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Mannings Heath
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
Mannings Heath questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mannings Heath?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Mannings Heath?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, when the conditions allow.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Problems where roof slopes and walls meet are frequently hidden. A careful visual inspection goes alongside the images.
Airspace, weather and Mannings Heath roofs
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church like Church of the Good Shepherd are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Mannings Heath is about 2 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Mannings Heath is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Across West Sussex, we cover Mannings Heath. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RH13. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Church Road, Ryecroft Meadow and Masons Field or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Monk's Gate (1 mile south), Lower Beeding (1 mile south-east), Roffey (2 miles north), Plummers Plain (2 miles east) and Crabtree (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (6 miles north-east), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south) and Lancing (15 miles south).
Local landmarks in Mannings Heath
Around Mannings Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Newells Preparatory School and The Dun Horse pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Horsham station, about 2.1 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Christs Hospital School Museum (3.5 miles west) and Horsham Hospital (2.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Warnham LNR.
Why it is worth a survey now in Mannings Heath
A damp patch that keeps coming back usually has a cause that hasn’t been found. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, instead of trying repair after repair. Older cottages and farmhouses around Mannings Heath can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Price depends partly on 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 Mannings Heath
- Prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Surveys seven days a week
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.