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Thermal imaging roof survey in Saddlescombe, West Sussex
Thermal roof surveys in Saddlescombe and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Saddlescombe
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. If you are worried about moisture around outlets and upstands and heat escaping through the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Saddlescombe, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Saddlescombe (BN45)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- 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
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Saddlescombe
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
If you live in an older home near The Church of the Holy Trinity, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How soon the report will arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What insurance they carry
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Rural addresses near Saddlescombe can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- 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
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
Also near Saddlescombe
Also in Saddlescombe
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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.
Questions from Saddlescombe
Is Saddlescombe within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Saddlescombe?
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.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source can’t be confirmed, we’ll say what could help next, like electronic leak detection.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Saddlescombe
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
What we look for on each type of roof
Loft insulation
In the roof space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there’s safe access.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are often laid over insulation boards. Wet boards can show as temperature differences on the images.
Flying and imaging in Saddlescombe
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Saddlescombe, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Historic houses like Portslade Manor, about 3.3 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Saddlescombe goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Saddlescombe is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. If you’re in Saddlescombe, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our West Sussex coverage includes Saddlescombe and the places around it.
We cover every part of the BN45 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover Pyecombe (1 mile north-east), Waterhall (2 miles south-east), Westdene (2 miles south-east), Patcham (3 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles south-west).
Around Saddlescombe
In Saddlescombe, that means homes and buildings near Waterhall and Royal Oak pub. For rail, the closest station is Hassocks station, roughly 3.2 miles north-east. A little further out are Montefiore Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (2.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Saddlescombe includes Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.