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Thermal imaging roof survey in Scaynes Hill, West Sussex
Independent thermal roof surveys in Scaynes Hill. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Scaynes Hill
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. It also includes a drone inspection where it applies, a structural analysis and a same-day report. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. We’re frequently asked to look into wet insulation beneath the membrane and patches of heat loss across the roof, across ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and commercial roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Scaynes Hill may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Scaynes Hill (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Scaynes Hill
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. With Ockenden Manor about 4.1 miles west, Scaynes Hill sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Augustine of Canterbury, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Scaynes Hill is about 2 miles east of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Scaynes Hill and nearby. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RH17. Whether your property is on Church Road, Lewes Road and Orchard Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Haywards Heath (2 miles west), North Chailey (2 miles south-east), Wivelsfield Green (2 miles south), Wivelsfield (2 miles south-west) and Chailey (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north-west), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Burgess Hill (4 miles south-west), East Grinstead (10 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-west) and Broadfield (10 miles north-west).
Around Scaynes Hill
In Scaynes Hill, that means homes and buildings near Oathall Community College, The Farmers pub and Great Walstead School. Scaynes Hill’s nearest station is Haywards Heath station, roughly 2.4 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Princess Royal Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Parish Museum (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Ashenground and Bolnore Woods.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. In a place like Scaynes Hill, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
When to book a survey in Scaynes Hill
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where it applies, with a report the same day, which helps when timescales are tight.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Anyone responsible for a site like St Augustine's CofE Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- When you will get the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Nearby places to Scaynes Hill
What else we do in Scaynes Hill
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Scaynes Hill
Do you carry out roof surveys in Scaynes Hill?
Yes, Scaynes Hill is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Scaynes Hill?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Scaynes Hill
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Scaynes Hill needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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 is safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.