Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Chadlington, Oxfordshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Chadlington and across Oxfordshire.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
About our thermal roof survey in Chadlington
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, something you cannot normally tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. If you’ve noticed leaks that are hard to trace and water getting in at parapets and stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Chadlington may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Chadlington (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. Moisture readings are used to check them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below frequently show. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Flying and imaging in Chadlington
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Take a building like Chadlington Church of England Primary 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 Nicholas, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Chadlington is about 8 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Chadlington, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Chadlington. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Every address in OX7 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Church Road, Stonelee Close and Quarry Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Chadlington include Shorthampton (1 mile south), Chilson (2 miles south), Ascott-under-Wychwood (3 miles south-west), Ascott d'Oyley (3 miles south-west) and Ascott Earl (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Banbury (14 miles north-east), Witney (8 miles south), Carterton (10 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (3 miles north) and St John Street area (15 miles south-east).
Around Chadlington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Tite Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Chadlington is Charlbury station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chipping Norton Museum (3 miles north). Open spaces near Chadlington include Blenheim Farm.
Practical tips
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, alongside what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Chadlington
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- When you need the report by
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Chadlington often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Common questions in Chadlington
Do you cover smaller places like Chadlington?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is Chadlington in the area you cover?
Yes, Chadlington is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Chadlington as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
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.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What a thermal roof survey doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces