East Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Stonegate, East Sussex
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Stonegate, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
FAQs for Stonegate
Is Stonegate in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Stonegate is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Stonegate is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Thermal roof survey in Stonegate: what you get
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp isn’t obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey flat roofs, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are damp around chimneys and parapets and leaks that are hard to trace.
Villages like Stonegate often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. 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.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Stonegate (TN5)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below frequently show. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. Moisture readings are used to check them.
Thermal roof surveys in Stonegate: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. About 3 miles north-west lies Wadhurst Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Stonegate has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Stonegate is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Surveys in Stonegate work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Stonegate is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN5 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Station Road, Forge Field and Lymden Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Stonegate, we cover Wallcrouch (1 mile north), Shover's Green (1 mile north-west), Birchett's Green (2 miles north), Witherenden Hill (2 miles south-west) and Holton Hill (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (9 miles west), St Leonards (14 miles south-east) and Uckfield (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Stonegate
The nearest railway station is Stonegate station, about 1 mile south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Old Scotney Castle (4.4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Stonegate include Bewl Water.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Stonegate, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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When to book a survey in Stonegate
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
Take a building like Stonegate Church of England Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What affects the price in Stonegate
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
When you need someone else
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Stonegate
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stonegate
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.