Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Whitehawk, Brighton and Hove
Independent thermal roof surveys in Whitehawk. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Thermal roof survey in Whitehawk
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. You also get a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. To book, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. We survey pitched roof slopes, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof, and people most often book us about moisture around outlets and upstands and gaps in loft insulation.
Places like Whitehawk can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, 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. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Whitehawk (BN2)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Where a pattern can’t be confirmed, the report says what could help, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Questions from Whitehawk
Is my home in Whitehawk listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Whitehawk?
Yes, Whitehawk is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
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’s safe.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Whitehawk?
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
For businesses in and around places like Churchill Square, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Will the report include photos?
- What happens after the report arrives
Towns and villages near Whitehawk
Other services in Whitehawk
What affects the price in Whitehawk
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Thermal roof surveys around Whitehawk
Whitehawk is within about 1 mile of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. 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. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
The streets around a church such as St Cuthman's are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Whitehawk, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Whitehawk is about 1 mile south-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We survey roofs in Whitehawk and the rest of Brighton and Hove, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Brighton and Hove coverage includes Whitehawk.
Here we cover the BN2 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Local streets include Peel Road, Manor Road and Craven Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Whitehawk, we cover Kemptown (1 mile south-west), Hanover (1 mile west), Carlton Hill (1 mile west), Bevendean (1 mile north) and Brighton (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (4 miles west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (4 miles west), Withdean (3 miles north-west), Hangleton (5 miles north-west) and Patcham (3 miles north-west).
Near you in Whitehawk
In Whitehawk, that means homes and buildings near St Mary's Hall, Whitehawk Hill and Longhill High School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Brighton station, roughly 1.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Brighton Motor Museum (0.7 miles south-west) and Royal Sussex County Hospital (0.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Whitehawk include Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Whitehawk, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Why act early in Whitehawk
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. Around Whitehawk, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Whitehawk
- Visits on any day of the week
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable