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Thermal Roof Survey in Stonecrouch
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Stonecrouch. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Common roof problems in Stonecrouch
Building owners and managing agents use thermal surveys to plan work on larger flat roofs. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so moisture readings can be targeted.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Cold areas below the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
Whatever the street in Stonecrouch, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What the survey will not cover
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Stonecrouch
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. It is useful to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. If you are worried about damp around roof outlets and upstands and cold areas below the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes alike.
In a village or hamlet like Stonecrouch, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Stonecrouch (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep a record of when stains appear
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
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What you can safely check yourself
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Flying and imaging in Stonecrouch
About 1.6 miles north-west lies Scotney Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Stonecrouch has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Stonecrouch is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Stonecrouch and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We cover every part of TN5 for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Kilndown (1 mile north), Three Leg Cross (1 mile south-west), Flimwell (2 miles south-east), Bedgebury Cross (2 miles north-east) and Riseden (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Hastings (15 miles south-east), Crowborough (11 miles west), Heathfield (10 miles south-west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles south-west), Hollington (15 miles south) and Hellingly (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stonecrouch
For rail, the closest station is Etchingham station, about 4.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Old Scotney Castle (1.5 miles north-west) and Ticehurst House Hospital (1.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Stonecrouch include Bewl Water.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Stonecrouch, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- 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.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Stonecrouch
Do you cover Stonecrouch?
Yes, Stonecrouch is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Stonecrouch as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Stonecrouch is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials frequently behave differently from dry ones. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- An energy rating for the building
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. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions