West Sussex · London and the South East
Stedham Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Stedham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
What we cannot see
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A formal energy assessment
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Proving moisture from the images alone
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Thermal roof survey in Stedham
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. If you’re worried about areas of a flat roof that may hold water and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Stedham, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour 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 it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Stedham (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Stedham
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Cowdray House, about 1.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stedham. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Anyone responsible for a site like Stedham Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Stedham is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Stedham and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the GU29 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on The Street, The Alley and Queens Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Iping (1 mile north-west), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Minsted (1 mile south-west), Bepton Common (1 mile south-east) and Midhurst (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (15 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles east) and Portfield (11 miles south).
Near you in Stedham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Midhurst Rother College, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lodsworth Castle (4.5 miles east). The countryside around Stedham includes Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. In a place like Stedham, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Stedham
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Stedham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- 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.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Questions from Stedham
Is Stedham in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Stedham as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Stedham?
Yes, Stedham is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is 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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Useful tips for Stedham property owners
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Stedham
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St James, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What exactly goes into their report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Landlords, agents and block managers in Stedham
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Letting agents and landlords in Stedham book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.