Essex · London and the South East
Bradfield Heath Thermal Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Bradfield Heath from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Thermal roof survey in Bradfield Heath
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. 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. Where something cannot be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and stains that keep coming back.
Some older homes in villages like Bradfield Heath are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Bradfield Heath (CO11)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Bradfield Heath
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.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
Where a pattern can’t be confirmed, the report says what could help, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
What we are asked to look at in Bradfield Heath
Some defects simply cannot be seen with the eye. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are frequently invisible from outside. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Take a building like Bradfield Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the survey won’t cover
- What follow-up you get after the report
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Bradfield Heath
Bradfield Heath is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Castle House, about 5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bradfield Heath. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Lawrence, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Bradfield Heath is about 7 miles west of Harwich, in Essex. In Bradfield Heath, as across Essex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: CO11. Streets in the area include Heath Road, Winney Close and King Street, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Bradfield (1 mile north-east), Wix (2 miles south-east), Wix Green (2 miles south-east) and Wrabness (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (9 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (9 miles south), Harwich (7 miles east), Camulodunum (10 miles west), Greenstead (8 miles west) and Wivenhoe (8 miles south-west).
Around Bradfield Heath
Around Bradfield Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Village Maid pub and Manningtree High School. Bradfield Heath’s nearest station is Mistley station, about 1.6 miles north-west of the centre. The countryside around Bradfield Heath includes Alton Water and Wrabness Nature Reserve.
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 will 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. In a hamlet or village like Bradfield Heath, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Bradfield Heath, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Bradfield Heath questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bradfield Heath?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bradfield Heath?
Yes, Bradfield Heath is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
What else we do in Bradfield Heath
How we price thermal roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.