West Sussex · London and the South East
Monk's Gate Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Monk's Gate. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. We check those patches with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Slate and tile roofs are frequently harder to read with a thermal camera, because of the air space beneath. We back up what the camera shows with a look in the loft where we can.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Monk's Gate
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes, and people most frequently book us about possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and water getting in at parapets and stacks.
Villages like Monk's Gate often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Monk's Gate (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Monk's Gate
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
When to book a survey in Monk's Gate
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Take a building like St Andrew's CofE Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is VAT included in the price?
Monk's Gate questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Monk's Gate?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Monk's Gate?
Yes, Monk's Gate is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I book a survey in Monk's Gate?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Nearby places to Monk's Gate
What else we do in Monk's Gate
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Monk's Gate, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Monk's Gate
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Thermal roof surveys in Monk's Gate: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of the Good Shepherd, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Monk's Gate is about 3 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Monk's Gate and the surrounding area. Across West Sussex, we cover Monk's Gate. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We cover every part of the RH13 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Local streets include Coolhurst Close, Nuthurst Road and Brighton Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Mannings Heath (1 mile north), Lower Beeding (1 mile east), Crabtree (2 miles south-east), Plummers Plain (2 miles east) and Roffey (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (7 miles north-east), Horsham (3 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east) and East Grinstead (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Monk's Gate
Around Monk's Gate, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Dun Horse pub, Newells Preparatory School and The Forest School, among other places. The closest station to Monk's Gate is Horsham station, about 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Christs Hospital School Museum (3.4 miles west) and Horsham Hospital (3 miles north-west). Not far away are Warnham LNR.