Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Westdene
Thermal roof surveys in Westdene, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Westdene
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We survey commercial roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are cold areas below the roof and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering.
Even in a smaller place like Westdene, 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, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Westdene (BN1, BN3)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
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Common questions in Westdene
Is my home in Westdene listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Westdene?
Yes, Westdene is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we also look from the loft where it is safe.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. 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, as the camera alone can’t prove a leak.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. A visit to Westdene is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
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 call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Westdene
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Thermal roof surveys around Westdene
Westdene lies within about 3 miles of the sea. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. With Preston Manor & Gardens about 1.3 miles south-east, Westdene sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of the Ascension, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. If you run a business near Churchill Square, big, flat commercial roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help most. If you look after a building like Westdene Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Westdene is about 2 miles north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Westdene and the surrounding area. Westdene is one of the places in Brighton and Hove where we work for thermal roof surveys.
We work across BN1 and BN3 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Mill Road, Croft Road and London Road and the roads around them. You’ll find Westdene on the A27, which makes it simple to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Patcham (1 mile north-east), Withdean (1 mile south-east), Waterhall (1 mile north), Preston (1 mile south-east) and West Blatchington (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (3 miles south-east), Bevendean (3 miles south-east) and Saltdean (7 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Westdene
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Varndean College, Withdean and Westdene Woods and The Sportsman pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Preston Park station, roughly 1 mile south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Clayton Castle (3.5 miles north) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Ladies Mile and Wolstonbury Hill.
Different roofs, different checks
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. Thermal images can show where it has been pushed aside.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. The camera can give clues to where it’s sitting, when the conditions allow.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.