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Thermal imaging roof survey in Willingdon, East Sussex
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Willingdon and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof survey in Willingdon: what you get
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey commercial roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof, and the problems we are asked to look at most are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and leaks far from where the stain appears.
Some older homes in villages like Willingdon are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Willingdon (BN22, BN20)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Drones, thermal imaging and Willingdon roofs
Willingdon is within about 3 miles 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. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you look after a building such as Oakwood Primary Academy, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Willingdon is about 2 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We visit Willingdon as part of our work across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: BN22 and BN20. Streets in the area include Downs Road, Eastbourne Road and Summerlands Road. We also cover the places around Willingdon: Lower Willingdon (1 mile north-west), Wannock (1 mile north-west), Filching (1 mile west), Polegate (1 mile north) and Folkington (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Hastings (14 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (4 miles north) and St Leonards (14 miles east).
What’s near Willingdon
We work in homes and buildings around The Eastbourne Academy and The Wheatsheaf Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Willingdon is Hampden Park station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Eastbourne District General Hospital (1.2 miles south-east) and Filching Manor And Motor Museum (1.3 miles west). For a walk, there’s Combe Hill.
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- An energy rating for the building
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
Towns and villages near Willingdon
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What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Willingdon needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
Once we’ve been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. We explain what each image may mean, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
Questions from Willingdon
Will you come out to Willingdon?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Willingdon?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
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 combine it with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access.
What do I do with the report?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
When to book a survey in Willingdon
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so moisture readings can be targeted.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Cold areas below the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Alfriston Clergy House, about 4.2 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Willingdon. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times