Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Rottingdean, Brighton and Hove
Need a thermal roof survey in Rottingdean? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Rottingdean
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Rottingdean. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Historic houses such as Royal Pavilion, about 3.2 miles west, show how far back building around Rottingdean goes. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If you look after a building like Longhill High School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Rottingdean is about 3 miles west of Telscombe, in Brighton and Hove. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Rottingdean and nearby. Rottingdean is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we work for thermal roof surveys.
All of BN2 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Longhill Road, New Barn Road and Court Ord Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Ovingdean (1 mile west), Roedean (1 mile west), Saltdean (1 mile south-east), East Saltdean (2 miles south-east) and Telscombe (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (3 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (6 miles west), Hove (5 miles west), Carlton Hill (3 miles west), Hanover (3 miles west) and West Hill (4 miles west).
Near you in Rottingdean
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ovingdean Hall School, Our Lady of Lourdes RC School and Beacon Hill. The closest station to Rottingdean is Moulsecoomb station, roughly 3.2 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Churchill Square (3.6 miles west) and French Convalescent Home (1.9 miles west). For a walk, there is Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve and Newmarket Hill.
How a thermal roof survey works in Rottingdean
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and water getting in at parapets and stacks.
Older buildings in small places like Rottingdean may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Rottingdean (BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Rottingdean
Common roof problems in Rottingdean
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when it is warm inside and cold outside.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Shop and office owners around Churchill Square may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
What affects the price in Rottingdean
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Rottingdean, access is often 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.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- 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.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rottingdean
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Rottingdean
Is Rottingdean within the area you cover?
Yes, Rottingdean is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Rottingdean?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Rottingdean is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials frequently behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It’s used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone cannot prove a leak.
How do I book a survey in Rottingdean?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.