West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in South Bersted
We carry out thermal roof surveys in South Bersted and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
How a thermal roof survey works in South Bersted
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We talk through the forecast when you book, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. If you’ve noticed thin or uneven insulation in the roof and heat escaping through the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs, ceilings below the roof and commercial roofs alike.
Around South Bersted, plenty of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from the ground.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- South Bersted (PO21, PO22, BN14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Being in a smaller place like South Bersted doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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.
- 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
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in South Bersted
Will you come out to South Bersted?
Yes, South Bersted is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in South Bersted is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- A formal energy assessment
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
Do you need a thermal roof survey in South Bersted?
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Hotels and guest houses near South Bersted cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Which survey package you book
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
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Thermal roof surveys in South Bersted: local notes
South Bersted 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. South Bersted has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Take a building like South Bersted CofE Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary Magdalene: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
South Bersted is about 1 mile north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Bookings from South Bersted are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across West Sussex, we cover South Bersted. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Thermal roof surveys in PO21, PO22 and BN14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Ivy Lane, Hook Lane and Essex Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around South Bersted: Bognor Regis (1 mile south-west), Felpham (1 mile east), Shripney (1 mile north), Aldwick (2 miles south-west) and Flansham (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (6 miles north-west), Selsey (6 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Emsworth (12 miles west) and Rustington (7 miles east).
Near you in South Bersted
Around South Bersted, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, The Regis School and The William Hardwicke pub, among other places. There’s a railway station in South Bersted itself: Bognor Regis station. Well-known places in the area include Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (under half a mile south) and Bognor Regis Museum (0.8 miles south).