Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Stanmer
Independent thermal roof surveys in Stanmer. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
How a thermal roof survey works in Stanmer
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. It is important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. We survey commercial roofs, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces, and people most often book us about ceilings that feel colder in places and wet insulation beneath the membrane.
Villages like Stanmer often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. 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.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Stanmer (BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water can get through cracked GRP into the deck. We combine a visual check of cracks with the thermal images around them.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We back up what the camera shows with a look in the loft where we can.
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Common questions in Stanmer
Is Stanmer in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Stanmer as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Stanmer is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
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When to book a survey in Stanmer
Once a leak has been fixed, people frequently ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Heat escaping through the roof
If you run a business near Churchill Square, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Before booking anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
Useful tips for Stanmer property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we will say what would help next, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stanmer
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Stanmer and across Brighton and Hove can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Thermal roof surveys in Stanmer: local notes
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Stanmer, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Coldean Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Preston Manor & Gardens, about 2.8 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stanmer. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself.
Stanmer is about 3 miles north-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We provide thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Stanmer and nearby. Stanmer is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: BN1. Close by, we survey roofs in Hollingbury (1 mile south-west), Moulsecoomb (2 miles south), Bevendean (2 miles south), Patcham (2 miles west) and Hollingdean (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Brighton (3 miles south-west), Brighton and Hove (4 miles south-west), Hove (4 miles south-west), Carlton Hill (3 miles south), Hanover (3 miles south) and West Hill (3 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Stanmer
We work in homes and buildings around Stanmer Park, University of Sussex Library and Brighton Aldridge Community Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Falmer station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Clayton Castle (3.4 miles north-west) and Churchill Square (3.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Stanmer include Ditchling Beacon and Ladies Mile.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Stanmer can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We check the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.