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Thermal Roof Survey in Chiddingfold
Thermal roof surveys around Chiddingfold, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
Thermal roof survey in Chiddingfold: what you get
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. That’s why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. 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. If you’re worried about damp around chimneys and parapets and leaks far from where the stain appears, we can find out what’s behind it, on ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and commercial roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Chiddingfold 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. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Chiddingfold (GU8)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Chiddingfold
Do you carry out roof surveys in Chiddingfold?
Yes, Chiddingfold is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Chiddingfold as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Chiddingfold is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can be useful, though pitched roofs are normally harder to read. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we also look from the loft where it’s safe.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will confirm the timing as you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Chiddingfold, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- 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.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- File the images with your roof records
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Chiddingfold
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like St Mary's Church of England Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Chiddingfold is about 10 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Chiddingfold is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Chiddingfold is one of the places in Surrey we cover for thermal roof surveys. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU8 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include Pathfield, Roseneath Drive and Woodside Road, and we cover them all. We also cover Hambledon (2 miles north), Highstreet Green (2 miles east), Wormley (2 miles north), Sandhills (2 miles north-west) and Brook (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (10 miles north), Woking (14 miles north), Farnham (10 miles north-west), Dorking (15 miles north-east), Frimley (14 miles north) and Haslemere (4 miles south-west).
What’s near Chiddingfold
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Swan Inn, among other places. The closest station to Chiddingfold is Witley station, roughly 1.5 miles north. A little further out are Haslemere and District Hospital (3.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Chiddingfold includes Upper Lake and Hydon's Ball.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Common roof problems in Chiddingfold
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Take an older house close to St Teresa of Avila Church: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring
- What the survey won’t cover
Why act early in Chiddingfold
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is frequently to open up the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Outbuildings and barns around Chiddingfold 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.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Chiddingfold
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
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What else we do in Chiddingfold
Landlords, agents and block managers in Chiddingfold
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Chiddingfold. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.