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Thermal imaging roof survey in Sullington, West Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Sullington, with photos and a written report.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
FAQs for Sullington
Do you carry out roof surveys in Sullington?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Sullington is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sullington?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, and we check them with moisture readings.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm the timing when you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How a thermal roof survey works in Sullington
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are wet areas near outlets and upstands and ceilings that feel colder in places.
In a village or hamlet like Sullington, 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. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Sullington (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are often laid over insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sullington
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
What we cannot see
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- File the images with your roof records
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- 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.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
Why it is worth a survey now in Sullington
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. For an older or listed building in a place like Sullington, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sullington
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Towns and villages near Sullington
What else we do in Sullington
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Sullington often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- 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.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about parking before the day
Booking 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 ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
Thermal roof surveys around Sullington
About 2.5 miles west lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Sullington has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Thakeham Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Sullington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Sullington is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Sullington is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Sullington: Storrington (1 mile north-west), Heath Common (1 mile north-east), Washington (1 mile east), Rock (1 mile east) and Cootham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (14 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (8 miles south-west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Sullington
In Sullington, that means homes and buildings near The Anchor Inn and Rydon Community College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Amberley station, about 4.7 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find The Storrington And District Museum (0.7 miles north-west) and Amberley Castle (4.5 miles west). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.