Essex · London and the South East
Broadley Common Thermal Roof Survey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Broadley Common, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Broadley Common
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like Water Lane Primary Academy: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Broadley Common is about 3 miles south-west of Harlow, in Essex. Anywhere in Broadley Common, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. London is in our area too.
Surveys in EN9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Common Road, Epping Road and Nazeing Common. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Tylerscross (1 mile north), Nazeing (1 mile south-west), Jack's Hatch (1 mile east), Roydon Hamlet (1 mile north-west) and Halls Green (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Harlow (3 miles north-east), Brentwood (13 miles south-east), Loughton (7 miles south), Waltham Abbey (4 miles south-west), Epping (4 miles south-east) and Stansted Mountfitchet (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Broadley Common
In Broadley Common, that means homes and buildings near Nazeing Triangle, Stewards School and Black Swan Public House. The nearest railway station is Roydon station, about 2.4 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Nazeing Glass Museum (2.6 miles west) and Harlow Mill (4.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Broadley Common include Cheshunt Lake and Hunsdon Mead.
Thermal roof survey in Broadley Common
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. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. If you are worried about water that travels before it shows and damp around roof outlets and upstands, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Broadley Common, 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Broadley Common (EN9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Common questions in Broadley Common
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broadley Common?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Broadley Common?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we will say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. We will confirm the timing when booking.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Useful tips for Broadley Common property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- File the images with your roof records
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
Once we have been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
It helps 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
- An energy rating for the building
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Broadley Common
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Broadley Common can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We check the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Broadley Common, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Broadley Common
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Why act early in Broadley Common
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. In a small place like Broadley Common, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.