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Selsey Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Selsey and across West Sussex.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
What we do, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a home in Selsey, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. If you will not be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
Thermal roof survey in Selsey: what you get
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. If you’ve noticed leaks far from where the stain appears and ceilings that feel colder in places, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a town like Selsey, the roofs that are hardest to see are often on taller buildings, steep slopes or the backs of terraces. Close-up drone photos and thermal images show what binoculars from the pavement cannot. Both depend on the weather on the day. Rear slopes over back additions are a common example, as they’re rarely visible from the street.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Selsey (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Selsey
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Selsey, and coastal wind can be strong. 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. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Seal Primary Academy, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. Take an older house close to St Peter's Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Selsey is about 6 miles south-west of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Selsey is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Selsey is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We cover every part of PO20 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Church Road, High Street and Ellis Square, and we cover them all. Selsey sits on or near the B2145, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Church Norton (1 mile north-east), Keynor Estate (2 miles north), Sidlesham (3 miles north), Pagham (3 miles north-east) and Street End (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (6 miles north-east), Chichester (7 miles north), Littlehampton (12 miles north-east), Emsworth (10 miles north-west), Rustington (13 miles north-east) and Angmering (15 miles north-east). Selsey is among the bigger towns we cover in West Sussex.
Near you in Selsey
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Academy, The Fisherman's Joy Public House and The Academy, among other places. A little further out are Selsey Lifeboat Museum (0.5 miles south-east).
Places near Selsey
Also in Selsey
Different roofs, different checks
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Damp at junctions can be hard to see by eye. A careful visual inspection goes alongside the images.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Many single-ply and EPDM roofs sit on insulation boards. Wet boards can show as temperature differences on the images.
What affects the price in Selsey
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Booking your survey
We will normally ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Selsey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Keep a simple 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.
Common questions in Selsey
What do I need to do before a survey in Selsey?
Very little. Unlock side gates, keep pets in another room and dig out any invoices from past roof work.
Is Selsey in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, which we then check with moisture readings.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone can’t prove a leak.
Useful tips for Selsey property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Heat the home normally on the days before
Once we have been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. We explain what each image may mean, alongside what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A damp patch that keeps coming back normally has a cause that hasn’t been found. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, rather than more guesswork. Extensions and dormers on homes around Selsey often hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. Left for a few seasons, it can spoil plaster, skirting and flooring inside.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Package prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.