Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Blackmoor
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Blackmoor, with photos and a clear written report.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
About our thermal roof survey in Blackmoor
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are frequently harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. Typical surveys look at areas of a flat roof that may hold water and gaps in loft insulation, across flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof.
Villages like Blackmoor often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Blackmoor (GU33)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
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 normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. For a village or hamlet like Blackmoor, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Blackmoor
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How we price thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
For a price for your roof in Blackmoor, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
When to book a survey in Blackmoor
Once a leak has been fixed, people frequently ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain when the conditions on the day are suitable.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Matthew's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey won’t cover
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Common questions in Blackmoor
How do I find out if my home in Blackmoor is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Blackmoor?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, which we then check with moisture readings.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Drones, thermal imaging and Blackmoor roofs
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Matthew's Church of England Aided Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Blackmoor is about 5 miles south-east of Alton, in Hampshire. We visit Blackmoor as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU33 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. You will find streets such as Blackmoor Road and Sotherington Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Woolmer (1 mile south-east), Greatham (1 mile south), Longmoor (2 miles south-east), Passfield (2 miles east) and Weavers Down (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles north-west), Farnborough (15 miles north), Fleet (13 miles north), Horndean (14 miles south-west), Aldershot (12 miles north-east) and Alton (5 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Blackmoor
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Mill Chase Academy. The nearest railway station is Liss station, about 3.5 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find The Romany Museum (2.3 miles west) and Chase Community Hospital (1.4 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Selborne Hill and Deadwater Valley.