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Thermal imaging roof survey in Bentley, Surrey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Bentley. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
How a thermal roof survey works in Bentley
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There’s an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. We survey ceilings below the roof, pitched roof slopes and insulated roof spaces, and common reasons people get in touch are cold spots on ceilings under the roof and damp around chimneys and parapets.
In a village or hamlet like Bentley, 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, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Bentley (GU10, GU34)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
What happens on the day
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. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Bentley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the price in Bentley
To price your survey, we look at:
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How big the roof is
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
All our prices include VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Thermal roof surveys around Bentley
About 3.8 miles north-east lies Farnham Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Bentley has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Bentley is about 4 miles west of Farnham, in Surrey. We cover Bentley and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
All of GU10 and GU34 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Station Road, Broadlands Close and Eggars Field, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Bentley, we cover Isington (1 mile south-west), Blacknest (1 mile south-east), Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-east), Holt Pound (2 miles east) and Binsted (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles east), Camberley (12 miles north-east), Farnham (4 miles east), Frimley (11 miles north-east), Haslemere (10 miles south-east) and Ash (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Bentley
Around Bentley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Star Inn. For rail, the closest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Barley Pound (1.7 miles north-east) and Chase Community Hospital (5.9 miles south). Not far away are Farnham Park and Holybourne Hill.
Common roof problems in Bentley
People frequently book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Take a building like Bentley Church of England Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Bentley
How do I find out if my home in Bentley is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Bentley?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The report is sent afterwards by email.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Letting agents and landlords in Bentley book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.