Surrey · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Binscombe
Need a thermal roof survey in Binscombe? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Gaps in loft insulation
How a thermal roof survey works in Binscombe
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access. If you’ve noticed wet insulation beneath the membrane and water getting in at parapets and stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Binscombe may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Binscombe (GU7)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Binscombe
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. Patterns can point to wet areas and show which parts look sound, so moisture readings can be targeted.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold areas below the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
If you look after a building like Loseley Fields Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Airspace, weather and Binscombe roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. About 0.7 miles north-east lies Loseley Park, a reminder of how long the area around Binscombe has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St John the Evangelist Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Binscombe is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. If you are in Binscombe, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Surrey coverage includes Binscombe and the places around it.
We work across GU7 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Squirrels Close, Redwing Avenue and Copse Side, all of which we cover. We also cover Compton (1 mile north-west), Hurtmore (1 mile west), Littleton (1 mile north-east), Onslow Village (2 miles north) and Shackleford (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Binscombe
We work in homes and buildings around The Withies Inn, Farncombe Wood and Broadwater School and the streets around them. The closest station to Binscombe is Farncombe station, about 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (2.6 miles north-east) and Charterhouse School Museum (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Binscombe include Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Binscombe
Repeated repairs that don’t stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, instead of trying repair after repair. Older and listed buildings around Binscombe may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water can get through cracked GRP into the deck. We check cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
From inside the loft, the camera can help with damp around chimneys, valleys and roof windows. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
FAQs for Binscombe
Is Binscombe within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Binscombe?
Yes, Binscombe is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast as you book.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
What do I do with the report?
You will get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Binscombe, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.