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Thermal Roof Survey in West Thorney
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Thermal roof surveys in West Thorney, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in West Thorney
A thermal survey isn’t a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you’re worried about damp that repairs haven’t cured and wet insulation beneath the membrane, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ceilings below the roof, commercial roofs and insulated roof spaces alike.
Somewhere as small as West Thorney, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- West Thorney (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in West Thorney
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
Leave it or get it looked at?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Around West Thorney, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A written report with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Surveys for landlords and agents in West Thorney
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in West Thorney. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
FAQs for West Thorney
Do you cover West Thorney?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and West Thorney is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in West Thorney listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, alongside what we recommend. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as West Thorney, access is often the only tricky part. 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 by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What a thermal roof survey looks like in West Thorney
West Thorney is within about 1 mile of the coast. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. About 3.1 miles north-west lies Warblington Castle, a reminder of how long the area around West Thorney has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Thorney Island Community Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Nicholas 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.
West Thorney is about 5 miles south-east of Havant, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in West Thorney and the surrounding area across London and South East England. West Thorney is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover Thorney Island (1 mile north-west), Tye (2 miles west), Southbourne (2 miles north), North Hayling (2 miles west) and Northney (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (10 miles east), Chichester (6 miles east), Selsey (8 miles south-east), Emsworth (3 miles north-west), Portfield (7 miles east) and Yapton (13 miles east).
Landmarks near West Thorney
We work in homes and buildings around Eames Farm and Bourne Community College, among other places. The closest station to West Thorney is Southbourne station, roughly 2.2 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Emsworth Museum (2.5 miles north-west) and Warblington Castle (3.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Nutborne Marshes.