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Thermal imaging roof survey in West Kingston, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in West Kingston. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Kingston
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. If you are worried about moisture around outlets and upstands and damp patches with no obvious cause, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like West Kingston are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- West Kingston (BN16)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and West Kingston roofs
West Kingston is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
The streets around a church such as St Andrew's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as East Preston Infant School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
West Kingston is about 3 miles east of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in West Kingston and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Kingston. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Here we cover the BN16 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Coastal Road and Golden Acre and the roads around them. We also cover Angmering-on-Sea (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (1 mile east), East Preston (1 mile north-west), Ferring (1 mile east) and Hangleton (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (3 miles north-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Selsey (15 miles west), Littlehampton (3 miles west) and Shoreham-by-Sea (9 miles east).
Landmarks near West Kingston
In West Kingston, that means homes and buildings near The Angmering School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Angmering station, roughly 1.2 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Rustington Museum (1.6 miles west) and Old Castle (3.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near West Kingston include Highdown Hill.
What we are asked to look at in West Kingston
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report, which helps when timescales are tight.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor, about 1.7 miles north, show how far back building around West Kingston goes. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. The camera can give clues to where it’s sitting, when the conditions allow.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- An energy rating for the building
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in West Kingston
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
Nearby places to West Kingston
What else we do in West Kingston
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like West Kingston, access is normally 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.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in West Kingston
How do I find out if my home in West Kingston is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like West Kingston?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It often helps show where to look. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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 as you book.