Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
West Blatchington Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in West Blatchington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
When to book a survey in West Blatchington
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain when the conditions on the day are suitable.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Cold areas below the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Take a building like Aldrington CofE Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
About our thermal roof survey in West Blatchington
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey loft conversions, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes, and people most often book us about missing or slipped insulation and leaks far from where the stain appears.
Even in a smaller place like West Blatchington, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- West Blatchington (BN3)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and West Blatchington roofs
West Blatchington is within about 2 miles of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Preston Manor & Gardens, about 1.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Blatchington. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around West Blatchington means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
West Blatchington is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We provide thermal roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in West Blatchington. West Blatchington is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover.
Thermal roof surveys in BN3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Frant Road, Nevill Road and Nevill Avenue. You’ll find West Blatchington on the A2038, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Brighton and Hove (1 mile south-west), Hove (1 mile south), Aldrington (1 mile south-west), Westdene (1 mile north-east) and Withdean (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (4 miles south-east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east) and Bevendean (3 miles east).
Around West Blatchington
In West Blatchington, that means homes and buildings near Blatchington Mill School and Sixth Form College, Hove Park and The Nevill pub and the streets around them. The closest station to West Blatchington is Aldrington station, about 0.7 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Churchill Square (2.2 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). Open spaces near West Blatchington include Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in West Blatchington
Will you come out to West Blatchington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in West Blatchington?
Yes, West Blatchington is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in West Blatchington as anywhere else.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
The camera does not see water itself. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
What affects the price in West Blatchington
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
Our price is 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.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Homes around West Blatchington often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- 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.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Useful tips for West Blatchington property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. There is a 12-month follow-up too.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.