Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Ashurst, Hampshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Ashurst. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Stains that keep coming back
Thermal roof survey in Ashurst: what you get
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. Typical surveys look at areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, on insulated roof spaces, ceilings below the roof and flat roofs.
In a small place like Ashurst, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain 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. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Ashurst (SO40)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- An energy rating for the building
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Ashurst
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
Towns and villages near Ashurst
Also in Ashurst
What we’re asked to look at in Ashurst
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so moisture readings can be targeted.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
If you look after a building such as Foxhills Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long the report takes to arrive
Thermal roof surveys in Ashurst: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Ashurst. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. About 4.8 miles east lies Southampton Tudor House and Garden, a reminder of how long the area around Ashurst has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Colbury Christ Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Ashurst is about 2 miles south of Totton, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Ashurst can all book thermal roof surveys. Across Hampshire, we cover Ashurst and the places around it. There’s also a page for Southampton.
We work across SO40 for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Ash Grove, Cecil Avenue and Dene Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Colbury (1 mile east), Lyndhurst (3 miles south-west), Emery Down (4 miles south-west), Balmerlawn (5 miles south) and Brockenhurst (6 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-east), Fareham (14 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (10 miles south).
Landmarks near Ashurst
We work in homes and buildings around Hounsdown School and The Forest Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ashurst New Forest station, about 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ashurst Hospital (0.6 miles south-west) and National Dairy Museum (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Ashurst includes Testwood Lakes.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Ashurst, 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 go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Common questions in Ashurst
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ashurst?
Yes, Ashurst is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ashurst?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, and we check them with moisture readings.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Buyers get extra information from thermal images that the eye can miss. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. In a small place like Ashurst, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Ashurst
- PI and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Useful tips for Ashurst property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Check outlets after heavy rain
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.