Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Chesham Bois Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Chesham Bois, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, when the conditions allow.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Thermal roof survey in Chesham Bois: what you get
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. Typical surveys look at areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and cold spots on ceilings under the roof, on pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof.
Around Chesham Bois, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Chesham Bois (HP6, HP5)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Thermal roof surveys around Chesham Bois
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Chesham Bois, and like offices and blocks, hotels often sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Leonard, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. Historic houses such as Chenies Manor House, about 3.2 miles east, show how far back building around Chesham Bois goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Chesham Bois, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Chesham Bois is about 1 mile north of Amersham, in Buckinghamshire. In Chesham Bois, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire. There is also a page for Reading.
Surveys in HP6 and HP5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Bois Lane, Green Lane and North Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Chesham Bois include Amersham (1 mile south), Amersham on the Hill (1 mile south), Waterside (1 mile north), Hyde Heath (2 miles west) and Woodrow (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (13 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south-west), Marlow (11 miles south-west), Beaconsfield (6 miles south), Chalfont St Peter (6 miles south) and Elmhurst (13 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Chesham Bois
In Chesham Bois, that means homes and buildings near Dr Challoner's Grammar School, The Boot and Slipper pub and Home Tuition Service, among other places. Chesham Bois’s nearest station is Amersham station, roughly 0.8 miles south. A little further out are Amersham Fair Organ Museum (0.6 miles south-east) and Amersham Hospital (1.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Chesham Bois include Sands Bank.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Why act early in Chesham Bois
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you spend. Around Chesham Bois, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- 20+ years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
- Prices that include VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Parking around Chesham Bois is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Useful tips for Chesham Bois property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- File the images with your roof records
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Questions from Chesham Bois
Will you come out to Chesham Bois?
Yes. Chesham Bois is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you cover Chesham Bois?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Chesham Bois is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can a thermal camera see water?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we will say what could help next, like electronic leak detection.