West Sussex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Washington, West Sussex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Washington, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Heat escaping through the roof
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
How a thermal roof survey works in Washington
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photos, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. There’s a 12-month follow-up as well. If you’re worried about ceilings that feel colder in places and heat escaping through the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Washington may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Washington (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Washington
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you spend. In a small place like Washington, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Washington
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Drones, thermal imaging and Washington roofs
With Parham House about 3.9 miles west, Washington sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Mary's CofE Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. In Washington, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close, all of which we cover. We also cover Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Washington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rydon Community College, Windlesham House School and The Frankland Arms Public House, among other places. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Washington include Chanctonbury Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Washington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Washington: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Washington?
Yes, Washington is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Washington as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Washington?
Yes, Washington is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Washington?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
When to book a survey in Washington
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:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What exactly goes into their report
- What happens after the report arrives
- How soon the report will arrive
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Washington. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.