Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Bramshaw
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Bramshaw from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in Bramshaw
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. 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, pitched roof slopes and ceilings below the roof, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are missing or slipped insulation and moisture around outlets and upstands.
In a small place like Bramshaw, 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. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Bramshaw (SO43)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys in Bramshaw: local notes
Historic houses such as Landford Manor, about 2.3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Bramshaw goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Bramshaw is about 5 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Bramshaw, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton.
All of SO43 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. Bramshaw sits on or near the B3079, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Bramshaw include Canada (2 miles north-east), Brook (2 miles south) and Wittensford (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (12 miles east), Totton (5 miles east), Chandler's Ford (10 miles east), Hedge End (14 miles east) and Lymington (13 miles south).
Around Bramshaw
A little further out are Tatchbury Mount Hospital (4.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
Roof by roof
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water can get through cracked GRP into the deck. We look at cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Bramshaw, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- 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. It’s your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Bramshaw
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Bramshaw
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bramshaw?
Yes, Bramshaw is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Bramshaw?
Yes, Bramshaw is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a same-day report.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, which we then check with moisture readings.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Bramshaw?
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.