West Berkshire · London and the South East
Brightwalton Thermal Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Brightwalton, with photos and a clear written report.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Landlords, agents and block managers in Brightwalton
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Thermal roof survey in Brightwalton: what you get
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We talk through the forecast as you book, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes, and people most often book us about cold areas below the roof and gaps in loft insulation.
In a village or hamlet like Brightwalton, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Brightwalton (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Brightwalton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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 talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Roof by roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. We explain what can and can’t be read from them.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Flying and imaging in Brightwalton
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. 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. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Brightwalton C.E. Aided Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Brightwalton is about 6 miles south of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in Brightwalton, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of RG20 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include Dunmore Meadow and Saxons Acre, and we cover them all. Other places close to Brightwalton include Brightwalton Green (1 mile south), Catmore (2 miles east), Farnborough (2 miles north), Stanmore (3 miles east) and West Ilsley (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south), Hungerford (9 miles south-west), Calcot (15 miles east) and Lambourn (6 miles west).
Brightwalton: your questions answered
Is my home in Brightwalton 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Brightwalton?
Yes, Brightwalton 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?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Brightwalton?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
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 it applies, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.