Hampshire · London and the South East
Blashford Thermal Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Thermal roof surveys in Blashford, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Honest limits
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Blashford
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
How a thermal roof survey works in Blashford
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you’ve noticed missing or slipped insulation and damp patches with no obvious cause, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Blashford frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. 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 yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Blashford (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Blashford can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
When to book a survey in Blashford
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary and All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- When you’ll get the report
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Slate and tile roofs are frequently harder to read with a thermal camera, because of the air space beneath. We combine the images with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Blashford
Do you carry out roof surveys in Blashford?
Yes, Blashford is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Blashford?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Useful tips for Blashford property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Thermal roof surveys in Blashford: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Poulner Junior School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Avon Tyrrell House lies about 4.7 miles south-east, so building around Blashford goes back a long way. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Blashford is in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Blashford and the rest of Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Blashford. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We cover every part of BH24 for thermal roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Snails Lane, Ivy Lane and Woolmer Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Blashford: Ellingham (1 mile north-west), Rockford (1 mile north-east), Poulner (1 mile south-east), Highwood (1 mile east) and Ringwood (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Totton (13 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south-east), New Milton (9 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east), Marchwood (15 miles east) and Ashley (9 miles south-east).
What’s near Blashford
We work in homes and buildings around Alice Lisle Inn and Ringwood School Academy and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find St Leonard's Hospital (4.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.