East Sussex · London and the South East
Winchelsea Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Winchelsea. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Why act early in Winchelsea
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you spend. In a place like Winchelsea, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Why book us in Winchelsea
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Thermal roof survey in Winchelsea
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. It is important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. We survey insulated roof spaces, ceilings below the roof and pitched roof slopes, and people most often book us about cold areas below the roof and water that travels before it shows.
Some older homes in villages like Winchelsea are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Winchelsea (TN36)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Winchelsea, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- 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.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Useful tips for Winchelsea property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Photograph damp patches with the date
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Winchelsea
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Winchelsea, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Thomas the Martyr, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Winchelsea is about 7 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Winchelsea, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in TN36 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on High Street, Barrack Square and Station Road and the roads around them. We also cover Winchelsea Beach (1 mile south-east), Rye (2 miles north-east), Rye Harbour (2 miles north-east), Playden (3 miles north-east) and Rye Foreign (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (7 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (8 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (7 miles south-west), Belmont (7 miles south-west) and Hollington (8 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Winchelsea
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rye College, The New Inn and Rye Harbour LNR, among other places. Winchelsea’s nearest station is Winchelsea station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (less than half a mile north-west) and Camber Castle (1.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
When to book a survey in Winchelsea
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Lamb House, about 2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Winchelsea. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof itself.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is added on top
What affects the price in Winchelsea
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
FAQs for Winchelsea
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Winchelsea?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Winchelsea?
Yes, Winchelsea is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.