Surrey · London and the South East
Birtley Green Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Birtley Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Birtley Green
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging frequently helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. If you are worried about possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and cold areas below the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Birtley Green, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Birtley Green (GU5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
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How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older rural homes like those around Birtley Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Birtley Green
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
For a price for your roof in Birtley Green, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Drones, thermal imaging and Birtley Green roofs
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. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Bramley CofE Aided Infant School and Nursery, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. Historic houses such as Chilworth Manor, about 2.9 miles north, show how far back building around Birtley Green goes. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. For an older house near a landmark like Christ Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Birtley Green is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. If you are in Birtley Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Surrey coverage includes Birtley Green.
Surveys in GU5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Birtley Green, we cover Shamley Green (1 mile east), Grafham (1 mile south), Bramley (1 mile north-west), Wonersh (1 mile north) and Thorncombe Street (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north-west), Farnham (11 miles west), Reigate (15 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
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In Birtley Green, that means homes and buildings near Cucknell's Wood, St Catherine's School and Red Lion Inn, among other places. Birtley Green’s nearest station is Shalford station, roughly 2.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Milford Hospital (3.6 miles west) and Guildford Castle (3.9 miles north). Not far away are Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
In the roof space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there’s safe access.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Birtley Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Birtley Green is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Birtley Green?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.