Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Blewbury Thermal Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Blewbury from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof survey in Blewbury
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photographs, so it’s easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. We are often asked to look into cold spots on ceilings under the roof and leaks that are hard to trace, on commercial roofs, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs.
In a small place like Blewbury, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Blewbury (OX11)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Blewbury
Do you cover smaller places like Blewbury?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is my home in Blewbury listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Also near Blewbury
Also in Blewbury
Thermal roof surveys in Blewbury: local notes
With Brightwell Manor about 4.1 miles north-east, Blewbury sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Take a building like Blewbury Endowed Church of England Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Blewbury is about 3 miles south of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. We cover Blewbury and the rest of Oxfordshire. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Blewbury and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Here we cover the OX11 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Church Road, London Road and Church End and the roads around them. Other places close to Blewbury include Woodway (1 mile south), Upton (1 mile north-west), Aston Tirrold (1 mile east), East Hagbourne (2 miles north) and West Hagbourne (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles north), Didcot (3 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north), Wantage (8 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (14 miles east) and Grove (9 miles west).
What’s near Blewbury
We work in homes and buildings around St Birinus School and The Load of Mischief pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Didcot Parkway station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Brightwell Castle (4.1 miles north-east) and Atlas Computer Laboratory (3.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are often laid over insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
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.
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Blewbury, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Blewbury
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Blewbury
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.