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Warminghurst Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Warminghurst and across West Sussex.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Thermal roof surveys around Warminghurst
Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Parham House, about 3.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Warminghurst. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Take a building like Ashington CofE Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Warminghurst is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Warminghurst and the rest of West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Warminghurst. You can also see our page for Brighton.
We work across the RH20 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Thakeham (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile west), Goose Green (1 mile north), Heath Common (1 mile south-west) and West Chiltington (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Warminghurst
In Warminghurst, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 4.7 miles west of the centre. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (2.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
Thermal roof survey in Warminghurst
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. It’s important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. We’re often asked to look into possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and damp that repairs haven’t cured, on loft conversions, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof.
Somewhere as small as Warminghurst, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Warminghurst (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the roof space.
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
For a price for your roof in Warminghurst, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Warminghurst
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
When to book a survey in Warminghurst
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
Look out for signs like these:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Sepulchre, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- When you will get the report
- What experience they bring
Warminghurst: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Warminghurst?
Yes, Warminghurst is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you cover Warminghurst?
Yes, Warminghurst is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, and we check them with moisture readings.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
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.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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What else we do in Warminghurst
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Warminghurst, 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.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- 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.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.