Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Amersham, Buckinghamshire
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Amersham. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in Amersham
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damp around chimneys and parapets and damp around roof outlets and upstands.
Older homes in a town like Amersham may lose heat through roofs with little or no insulation. A thermal camera shows those cold and warm patches, and some of them can point to moisture. It shows temperature, so anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Results depend on conditions, so the timing of the visit matters.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Amersham (HP6, HP7)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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 with less disruption.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. A survey in Amersham needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Thermal roof surveys in Amersham: local notes
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. Within a mile and a half or so of Amersham there are several hotels, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
For hotels and guest houses around Amersham, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest. For an older house near a landmark such as St. Michael and All Angels, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Amersham is about 7 miles north-east of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. In Amersham, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the HP6 and HP7 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Station Road, London Road West and Market Square and the roads around them. Being close to the A355 and A404, Amersham is simple for us to get to for thermal roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Amersham on the Hill (1 mile west), Chesham Bois (1 mile north), Waterside (1 mile north), Coleshill (2 miles south-west) and Hyde Heath (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (13 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles north), Marlow (10 miles south-west), Beaconsfield (5 miles south-west) and Chalfont St Peter (5 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Buckinghamshire, Amersham has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Amersham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Pheasant Public House, Woodside Junior School and Dr Challoner's Grammar School and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Amersham itself: Amersham station. A little further out are Amersham Hospital (1.2 miles south-west) and Amersham Fair Organ Museum (under half a mile north-east). For a walk, there is Sands Bank.
Amersham questions
How do I find out if my home in Amersham is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How should I get ready for a visit in Amersham?
Very little. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy, and the visit in Amersham can get straight on.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials frequently behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Do you cover Amersham for thermal roof surveys?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Amersham.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the exact price before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Nearby places to Amersham
Other services in Amersham
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Amersham?
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, especially when it’s warm inside and cold outside.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Water that travels before it shows
- Cold areas below the roof
Historic houses like Chenies Manor House, about 3 miles east, show how far back building around Amersham goes. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is added on top
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof