Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Brickendon, Hertfordshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Brickendon and across Hertfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
How a thermal roof survey works in Brickendon
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. The camera does not see water itself, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. We survey insulated roof spaces, commercial roofs and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and leaks far from where the stain appears.
Villages like Brickendon frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. High wind or heavy rain 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Brickendon (SG13)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Brickendon roofs
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
The streets around a church such as Holy Cross & St Alban are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Around Brickendon, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Brickendon is about 3 miles west of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Brickendon can all book thermal roof surveys. Brickendon is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover. London is in our area too.
Here we cover the SG13 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Wormley West End (2 miles south-east), Goose Green (2 miles east), Horns Mill (2 miles north), High Leigh (2 miles east) and Woollensbrook (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (11 miles north), St Albans (11 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (6 miles north-west) and Harpenden (12 miles west).
Local landmarks in Brickendon
In Brickendon, that means homes and buildings near The Farmer's Boy pub. The nearest railway station is Bayford station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find The National Speedway Museum (1.2 miles south-east) and Hertford County Hospital (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Cheshunt Lake and Danemead.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- File the images with your roof records
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
What we can’t see
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
Landlords, agents and block managers in Brickendon
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Brickendon and across Hertfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On larger commercial single-ply roofs, thermal imaging can help target moisture readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, when the conditions allow.
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. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Brickendon often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
Towns and villages near Brickendon
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Brickendon questions
Is my home in Brickendon listed or in a conservation area?
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 Brickendon?
Yes, Brickendon is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
How soon will 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.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can be useful, though pitched roofs are normally harder to read. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.