West Sussex · London and the South East
West Burton Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in West Burton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like West Burton, access is normally 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.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Thermal roof survey in West Burton: what you get
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photographs, 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. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. Typical surveys look at damp patches with no obvious cause and cold areas below the roof, on flat roofs, ceilings below the roof and pitched roof slopes.
In a small place like West Burton, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong 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 report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- West Burton (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in West Burton
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
We will normally ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. Around West Burton, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Package prices that include VAT
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Thermal roof surveys in West Burton: local notes
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Bury CofE Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Historic houses such as Bignor Roman Villa, about 0.8 miles north-west, show how far back building around West Burton goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of the Holy Cross, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
West Burton is about 6 miles west of Storrington, in West Sussex. Surveys in West Burton work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Burton. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Thermal roof surveys in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside West Burton, we cover Bury (1 mile south-east), Watersfield (1 mile north-east), Amberley (2 miles east), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-east) and Lower Horncroft (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles south-west), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Around West Burton
In West Burton, that means homes and buildings near Dorset House School and the streets around them. The closest station to West Burton is Amberley station, roughly 2.1 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Arundel and District Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Amberley Castle (1.8 miles east). Not far away are Amberley Wild Brooks and Bignor Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Common questions in West Burton
Is my home in West Burton listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is West Burton within the area you cover?
Yes. West Burton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast as you book.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- File the images with your roof records
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof, when the conditions are suitable.