West Berkshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Burghclere
Need a thermal roof survey in Burghclere? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Burghclere
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp isn’t obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. If you’re worried about thin or uneven insulation in the roof and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Burghclere may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Burghclere (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Burghclere property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It is your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
When to book a survey in Burghclere
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Common reasons to book include:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Water that travels before it shows
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Burghclere Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Airspace, weather and Burghclere roofs
With Highclere Castle about 1.9 miles south-west, Burghclere sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Ascension, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Burghclere is about 4 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Burghclere is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Coronation Close, Breachfield and Harts Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Earlstone Common (1 mile north-east), Burghclere Common (1 mile north), Newtown Common (1 mile north), Penwood (2 miles west) and Wash Water (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (4 miles north), Thatcham (5 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles north-west) and Calcot (14 miles north-east).
Near you in Burghclere
In Burghclere, that means homes and buildings near The Clere School and Horris Hill School. Burghclere’s nearest station is Newbury station, about 3.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Hamstead Marshall 2 (4.6 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.4 miles north). For a walk, there is Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
Burghclere: your questions answered
Will you come out to Burghclere?
Yes, Burghclere is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is Burghclere in the area you cover?
Yes, Burghclere is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. The survey is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Burghclere?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Inside the roof space, thermal images can help with damp around stacks, valleys and roof windows. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Burghclere
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older roofs in small places like Burghclere can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it helps to know how much of it is actually wet. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you commit. Outbuildings and barns around Burghclere are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Prices that include VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See our cost guide and our case studies.