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Thermal Roof Survey in Steven's Crouch
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Steven's Crouch, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Steven's Crouch
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. Typical surveys look at stains that keep coming back and wet insulation beneath the membrane, on pitched roof slopes, ceilings below the roof and insulated roof spaces.
In a village or hamlet like Steven's Crouch, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Steven's Crouch (TN33)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Steven's Crouch needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Steven's Crouch
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Steven's Crouch
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Common questions in Steven's Crouch
Do you cover smaller places like Steven's Crouch?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Steven's Crouch?
Yes, Steven's Crouch is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What happens if roof problems are left?
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Outbuildings and barns around Steven's Crouch are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Thermal roof surveys in Steven's Crouch: local notes
Historic houses such as Durhamford Manor, about 4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Steven's Crouch goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like Claverham Community College: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Steven's Crouch is about 5 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Steven's Crouch can all book thermal roof surveys. Our East Sussex coverage includes Steven's Crouch and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN33 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Catsfield Road and Crowders Lane. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Penhurst (2 miles north-west), Battle (2 miles east), Netherfield (2 miles north), Mountfield (3 miles north-east) and Twelve Oaks (4 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (11 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south), Hailsham (9 miles west), Crowborough (15 miles north-west) and St Leonards (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Steven's Crouch
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ashburnham Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Battle station, about 2.3 miles east. A little further out are Bexhill Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Old Castle (4.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Steven's Crouch include Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below often show. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.