West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Slindon, West Sussex
Thermal roof surveys in Slindon and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Cold areas below the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
How a thermal roof survey works in Slindon
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey insulated roof spaces, pitched roof slopes and commercial roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are moisture around outlets and upstands and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys.
In a small place like Slindon, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Slindon (BN18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Slindon
Is Slindon in the area you cover?
Yes, Slindon is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Slindon?
Yes, Slindon is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: 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 roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Slindon often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Towns and villages near Slindon
Also in Slindon
Airspace, weather and Slindon roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Slindon has a long history of building, with Bignor Roman Villa about 4.3 miles north. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Slindon is about 6 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We carry out thermal roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Slindon. Across West Sussex, we cover Slindon. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in BN18 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as School Hill, Dyers Lane and Slindon Top Road. Other places close to Slindon include Slindon Common (1 mile south-east), Fontwell (1 mile south-west), Avisford (1 mile south-east), Walberton (1 mile south) and Binsted (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (11 miles east), Bognor Regis (6 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south-east) and Lancing (14 miles east).
Near you in Slindon
Around Slindon, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ormiston Six Villages Academy and The Newburgh Arms Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Slindon is Barnham station, about 2.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Arundel and District Hospital (3 miles east) and Tote Copse Castle (3.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Bignor Hill and WWT Arundel.
What we’re asked to look at in Slindon
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain when the conditions on the day are suitable.
We are often asked to look at:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Anyone responsible for a site like Slindon CofE Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
What to check before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Older cottages and farmhouses around Slindon can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Slindon
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent look at the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.