London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Slough
Wherever you are in Slough, we can carry out thermal roof surveys. Written reports with photos, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Where we work in Slough
What it covers: thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof. The lists below link to a page for each place. To book, call 07833 053749.
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Our thermal roof survey service in Slough
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. We survey commercial roofs, ceilings below the roof and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damp around roof outlets and upstands and damp that repairs haven’t cured.
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How our prices work
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why clients in Slough book us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- A report with photographs
How to book
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Slough, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Landmarks near Slough
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School. Also close by are Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). The closest station to Slough is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Upton Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Drones, thermal imaging and roofs across Slough
Drone rules depend on the exact address, wherever you are in Slough. Every flight is checked first, and the weather has the final say.
London and the South East mix slate and clay tile roofs on older homes with concrete tiles on many later ones, and flat-roofed extensions and dormers are common everywhere. Each roof in Slough is checked with its age and materials in mind.
Slough: Take a building like Herschel Grammar School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. Windsor Castle, about 2.1 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Slough. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Slough
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Why roofs fail
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where it applies, with a report the same day, which helps when timescales are tight.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Stains that keep coming back
What affects the price in Slough
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you get in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why act early?
A damp patch that keeps coming back usually has a cause that hasn’t been found. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, instead of trying repair after repair.
Before you book any surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- When you will get the report
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Slough questions
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, like electronic leak detection.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast when booking.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.