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Maudlin Thermal Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Maudlin.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. 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. Cottages and farmhouses around Maudlin often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Maudlin
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access. We’re often asked to look into areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and thin or uneven insulation in the roof, across flat roofs, ceilings below the roof and commercial roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Maudlin, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
It isn’t 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.
- Where
- Maudlin (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Other services in Maudlin
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Maudlin
Is drone flying allowed in Maudlin?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Maudlin is about 1 mile from Goodwood Aerodrome, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
How do I find out if my home in Maudlin is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details as you book.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Why act early in Maudlin
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. In a small place like Maudlin, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Maudlin
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Maudlin. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Goodwood Aerodrome is about 1 mile from Maudlin. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Peter, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Historic houses like Goodwood House, about 1.5 miles north, show how far back building around Maudlin goes. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. Anyone responsible for a site like The March CofE Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Maudlin is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Maudlin as part of our work across London and South East England. Maudlin is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for thermal roof surveys. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Augustus Way, Vespasian Close and Stane Street and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Maudlin: Westhampnett (1 mile west), Shopwyke (1 mile south), Westerton (1 mile north), Strettington (1 mile north-east) and Waterbeach (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Maudlin
Around Maudlin, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Chichester High School For Girls, The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 2.1 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (1.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Maudlin
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.