Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Ashfield
Thermal roof surveys in Ashfield, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Cold areas below the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Thermal roof survey in Ashfield
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. 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 can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you’ve noticed water getting in at parapets and stacks and moisture around outlets and upstands, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Ashfield are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Ashfield (SO51, SO16)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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 roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Ashfield, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- 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
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Ashfield
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection can’t give. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. In a place like Ashfield, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Heat the home normally on the days before
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
FAQs for Ashfield
How do I find out if my home in Ashfield is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Ashfield?
Yes. Ashfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
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, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Ashfield
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
Common reasons to book include:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
If you look after a building such as Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- When you’ll get the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Ashfield
Ashfield is within about 3 miles of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. With South Stoneham House about 4.8 miles east, Ashfield sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Boniface, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Ashfield is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Ashfield, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: SO51 and SO16. You will find streets like Lee Lane, Lee Church Lane and Coldharbour Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Lee (1 mile west), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Rownhams (1 mile south-east) and Nursling (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (4 miles north-east) and Hedge End (8 miles east).
Landmarks near Ashfield
For rail, the closest station is Romsey station, roughly 2.3 miles north of the centre. A little further out are King Johns House (2.3 miles north) and Romsey Community Hospital (2.2 miles north). Open spaces near Ashfield include Testwood Lakes.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Ashfield
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.