West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Shipton Green
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Shipton Green, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Shipton Green
Shipton Green is within about 1 mile of the coast, 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 your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
The streets around a church like St Nicholas' Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Shipton Green is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Shipton Green is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across West Sussex, we cover Shipton Green and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
We cover every part of the PO20 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Shipton Green Lane and Itchenor Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Shipton Green, we cover Somerley (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile east), Almodington (2 miles south-east), Earnley (2 miles south) and East Wittering (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (5 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
What’s near Shipton Green
Shipton Green’s nearest station is Bosham station, about 3.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shipton Green include Pilsey Island.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shipton Green
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There is an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you’ve noticed areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and damp patches with no obvious cause, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Shipton Green, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Shipton Green (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched slate and tile roofs
From inside the loft, the camera can help with damp around chimneys, valleys and roof windows. We check any patterns with moisture readings.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Towns and villages near Shipton Green
What else we do in Shipton Green
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
FAQs for Shipton Green
Will you come out to Shipton Green?
Yes, Shipton Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you cover Shipton Green?
Yes, Shipton Green is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It often helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, but we check each finding with moisture readings.
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Shipton Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- 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.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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Do you need a thermal roof survey in Shipton Green?
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Missing or slipped insulation
Take a building like Birdham CE Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What experience they bring
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance