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Thermal imaging roof survey in Broad Green, Greater London
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Broad Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
Thermal roof survey in Broad Green
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. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they don’t. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey loft conversions, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and damp around chimneys and parapets.
London’s roofs are frequently hard to see from the street: valley gutters behind parapets, dormers and flat-roofed rear additions. Drone photos and thermal images can show parts of a roof that are hard to reach safely. The weather decides the day: both drones and thermal cameras need the right conditions. Thermal images show surface temperature, not water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Broad Green (CR0, CR7, CR90)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Broad Green
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Look out for signs like these:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Broad Green is in London, so parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
For a price for your roof in Broad Green, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a London conversion, the way into the roof space is often from a communal landing or the top flat. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in Broad Green runs like any other.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Thermal roof surveys around Broad Green
With Kingswood House about 3.2 miles north, Broad Green sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, 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.
If you look after a building such as Elmwood Infant School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Saviour, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Broad Green is about 6 miles south of Stockwell, in Greater London. Surveys in Broad Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Across Greater London, we cover Broad Green. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of CR0, CR7 and CR90 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as York Road, Nova Road and Lion Road. Other places close to Broad Green include Old Town (1 mile south), Beddington (2 miles south-west), Waddon (2 miles south), Bandonhill (2 miles south-west) and Wallington (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (9 miles north), Marylebone (9 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Around Broad Green
We work in homes and buildings around Harris Invictus Academy Croydon, The Half Moon pub and Waddon Ponds and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is West Croydon station, roughly 0.6 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Centrale Croydon (0.8 miles south) and Croydon University Hospital (under half a mile north-west). Open spaces near Broad Green include Duppas Hill and Biggin Wood.
Questions from Broad Green
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Broad Green?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broad Green?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Different roofs, different checks
Loft insulation
In the loft space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there’s safe access.
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.