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West Chiltington Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in West Chiltington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Thermal roof survey in West Chiltington: what you get
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings do not rely on the camera alone. If you’re worried about areas of a flat roof that may hold water and heat escaping through the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, on commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and insulated roof spaces alike.
Villages like West Chiltington often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- West Chiltington (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in West Chiltington
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
What we cannot see
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
Why get it checked now?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in West Chiltington
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in West Chiltington
Will you come out to West Chiltington?
Yes. West Chiltington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Chiltington?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we also look from the loft where it is safe.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there is safe access.
What’s in the survey report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like West Chiltington, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
What we’re asked to look at in West Chiltington
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where it applies, with a report the same day, which helps when timescales are tight.
We are often asked to look at:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Old Place Manor, about 2.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Chiltington. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
- What happens after the report arrives
Airspace, weather and West Chiltington roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Mary's Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Anyone responsible for a site like West Chiltington Community Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
West Chiltington is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. In West Chiltington, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. West Chiltington is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. There is also a page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RH20. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Pond Rise, Church Street and Castle Rise or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include West Chiltington Common (1 mile south-west), Nutbourne (1 mile west), Thakeham (1 mile south-east), Abingworth (1 mile south-east) and Marehill (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Around West Chiltington
In West Chiltington, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, about 3 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (2.5 miles south). Not far away are Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.