Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Afton, Isle of Wight
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Afton. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- File the images with your roof records
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Afton
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey ceilings below the roof, commercial roofs and flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cold spots on ceilings under the roof and wet insulation beneath the membrane.
In a village or hamlet like Afton, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. 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.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Afton (PO40)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Afton
What else we do in Afton
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Afton
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report, which helps when timescales are tight.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Stains that keep coming back
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Take an older house close to St. Agnes' Church: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether VAT is added on top
Why act early in Afton
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Outbuildings and barns around Afton are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Afton, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Afton
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- A written report with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Airspace, weather and Afton roofs
Afton lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind off the sea can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Mottistone Manor, about 3.9 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Afton. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like All Saints Church of England Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Afton is about 6 miles south of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Afton is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Afton and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO40 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Bay Road, Afton Road and Manor Road and the roads around them. We also cover Afton Park (1 mile east), Easton (1 mile west), Freshwater (1 mile north-west), Norton Green (1 mile north) and Colwell (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Newport (9 miles east), Ryde (15 miles east), Cowes (10 miles north-east), Sandown (15 miles east), Shanklin (15 miles east) and Ventnor (14 miles south-east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Near you in Afton
Around Afton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Red Lion pub. Nearby you will also find Dimbola Museum And Galleries (within half a mile south-west) and Yarmouth Castle (2.2 miles north). Not far away are Afton Down and Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Afton can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What affects the price in Afton
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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.
Loft insulation
In the roof space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there is safe access.
Common questions in Afton
How do I find out if my home in Afton is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Afton in the area you cover?
Yes, Afton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day.