Thurrock · London and the South East
Biggin Thermal Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Biggin from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Biggin, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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 is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Thermal roof survey in Biggin: what you get
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photos, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you are worried about thin or uneven insulation in the roof and cold spots on ceilings under the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, on commercial roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof alike.
Older buildings in small places like Biggin may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Biggin (RM16)
- Region
- Thurrock
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
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What we can’t see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Biggin
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
FAQs for Biggin
Do you cover Biggin?
Yes, Biggin is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Biggin is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Biggin?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Biggin
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Thermal roof surveys in Biggin: local notes
Biggin is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. 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. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Tilbury Pioneer Academy, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Biggin is about 2 miles east of Grays, in Thurrock. We cover Biggin and the rest of Thurrock. Across Thurrock, we cover Biggin and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across RM16 for thermal roof surveys. We also cover West Tilbury (1 mile east), Chadwell St Mary (1 mile north), Tilbury (1 mile south-west), Orsett Heath (1 mile north-west) and Little Thurrock (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Stanford-le-Hope (4 miles north-east), South Ockendon (5 miles north-west), Balstonia (4 miles north-east), Corringham (5 miles north-east), Aveley (6 miles west) and South Stifford (3 miles west).
What’s near Biggin
Typical jobs here are in homes near Thurrock and Basildon College, The Kings Head pub and The Gateway Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Tilbury Town station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Gravesham Community Hospital (2.2 miles south) and Walton Hall Museum (2.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Biggin includes Thurrock Thameside Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.