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Thermal Roof Survey in Wych Cross
A careful look at the roof at your property in Wych Cross, with photographs and a written report.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Wych Cross
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp isn’t obvious. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings do not rely on the camera alone. We survey insulated roof spaces, commercial roofs and loft conversions, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gaps in loft insulation and heat escaping through the roof.
In a small place like Wych Cross, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Wych Cross (RH18)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Wych Cross, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- 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.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
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. Older cottages and farmhouses around Wych Cross can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wych Cross
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
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- More than 20 years surveying roofs
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Towns and villages near Wych Cross
Other services in Wych Cross
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below often show. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Flying and imaging in Wych Cross
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like Greenfields School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Standen, about 3.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wych Cross. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Wych Cross is about 4 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Wych Cross is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Wych Cross is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. Crawley is in our area too.
Thermal roof surveys in RH18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets like Lewes Road and Wych Cross, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Wych Cross, we cover Chelwood Gate (1 mile south), Forest Row (2 miles north), Birchgrove (2 miles south-west), Coleman's Hatch (2 miles north-east) and Chelwood Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Lewes (13 miles south), Crowborough (6 miles east), Uckfield (8 miles south-east), South Malling (13 miles south), Heathfield (12 miles south-east) and Southover (14 miles south).
Local landmarks in Wych Cross
The closest station to Wych Cross is East Grinstead station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Heaven Farm Museum (3.6 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (3.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Wych Cross includes Brickfield Meadow.
What affects the price in Wych Cross
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wych Cross
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Common questions in Wych Cross
Will you come out to Wych Cross?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wych Cross?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, and we check them with moisture readings.