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Thermal imaging roof survey in Old Town, East Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Thermal roof surveys in Old Town.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Thermal roof survey in Old Town: what you get
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging frequently helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are frequently harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. If you’re worried about wet areas near outlets and upstands and cold areas below the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around Old Town, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Old Town (BN21, BN20, BN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Old Town
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Water that travels before it shows
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Old Town, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the survey won’t cover
Thermal roof surveys in Old Town: local notes
Old Town is within about 2 miles of the coast. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Old Town is about 1 mile south-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Old Town and the rest of East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: BN21, BN20 and BN22. Local streets include Love Lane, Mill Road and Greys Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Old Town include Upperton (1 mile east), Meads (1 mile south), Eastbourne (1 mile north-east), Holywell (1 mile south) and Ratton Village (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (15 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles north-east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (13 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Old Town
We work in homes and buildings around Motcombe Infants' School, Gildrege Park and WMG Academy for Young Engineers. The closest station to Old Town is Eastbourne station, about 0.7 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Eastbourne District General Hospital (1 mile north) and Pevensey Castle (4.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Old Town is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Blocked gutters on homes around Old Town overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Surveys seven days a week
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Old Town
Do you carry out roof surveys in Old Town?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Old Town listed or in a conservation area?
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 does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Old Town?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Old Town
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
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 with less disruption.
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What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
For a price for your roof in Old Town, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We look where there’s safe access.