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Thermal imaging roof survey in Windmill Hill, East Sussex
Thermal roof surveys in Windmill Hill from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.
About our thermal roof survey in Windmill Hill
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings do not rely on the camera alone. Common reasons to book are gaps in loft insulation and ceilings that feel colder in places, on commercial roofs, loft conversions and insulated roof spaces.
Somewhere as small as Windmill Hill, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Windmill Hill (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a small place like Windmill Hill, access is typically the main thing to plan. 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.
- 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.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 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.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection cannot give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. Older cottages and farmhouses around Windmill Hill can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Common questions in Windmill Hill
Is Windmill Hill within the area you cover?
Yes. Windmill Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Windmill Hill?
Yes, Windmill Hill is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Windmill Hill as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, with the most urgent first where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
Thermal roof surveys around Windmill Hill
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Windmill Hill, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Anyone responsible for a site like Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Windmill Hill is about 4 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Windmill Hill and nearby. Windmill Hill is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: BN27. You’ll find streets such as Middleway, Dales Close and Victoria Road. Windmill Hill sits on or near the A271, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Windmill Hill: Chapel Row (1 mile west), Flowers Green (1 mile south-west), Herstmonceux (1 mile west), Golden Cross (1 mile south-west) and Stunts Green (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (10 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Lewes (15 miles west) and Hailsham (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Windmill Hill
We work in homes and buildings around The Brewers' Arms Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Normans Bay station, about 4.7 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Herstmonceux Castle (1.1 miles south) and Amberstone Hospital (2.8 miles west).
Nearby places to Windmill Hill
What else we do in Windmill Hill
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Windmill Hill
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Cold areas below the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Gaps in loft insulation
Historic houses like Horselunges Manor, about 4 miles west, show how far back building around Windmill Hill goes. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID