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Thermal Roof Survey in Winton
Thermal roof surveys in Winton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Winton
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We are frequently asked to look into areas of a flat roof that may hold water and ceilings that feel colder in places, on flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and loft conversions.
Somewhere as small as Winton, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Winton (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- An energy rating for the building
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Questions from Winton
Do you carry out roof surveys in Winton?
Yes, Winton is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Winton within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Places near Winton
Also in Winton
Why act early in Winton
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. For an older or listed building in a place like Winton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Thermal roof surveys in Winton: local notes
Winton is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea 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. Alfriston Clergy House, about 0.5 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Winton. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Alfriston School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Winton is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. Winton gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Brighton is in our area too.
Thermal roof surveys in BN26 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Alfriston (1 mile south), Lullington (1 mile south), Milton Street (1 mile east), Dukes Green (1 mile south) and Alciston (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
Landmarks near Winton
We work in homes and buildings around Ye Olde Smugglers Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Winton is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.9 miles north. A little further out are Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (within half a mile south) and Arlington Castle (0.5 miles east). The countryside around Winton includes Firle Beacon.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older roofs in small places like Winton can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. We check those patches with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Slate and tile roofs are often harder to read with a thermal camera, because of the air space beneath. We back up what the camera shows with a look in the loft where we can.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Winton
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. 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.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
If you live in an older home near Church of St. Andrew, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Before you book anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether the price includes VAT