Essex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Childerditch
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Childerditch, with photos and a written report.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Childerditch
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. Typical surveys look at ceilings that feel colder in places and moisture around outlets and upstands, across flat roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
Villages like Childerditch often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Childerditch (CM13)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Childerditch
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Hare Hall, about 4.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Childerditch. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints and St Faith, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Childerditch is about 3 miles south of Brentwood, in Essex. Roofs in Childerditch get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. Childerditch is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover for thermal roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
We survey roofs across CM13 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Little Warley (1 mile south-west), West Horndon (1 mile south-east), East Horndon (2 miles east), Herongate (2 miles north-east) and Bulphan (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles north-east), Basildon (6 miles east), Brentwood (3 miles north), Canvey Island (12 miles east), Billericay (5 miles north-east) and Rayleigh (12 miles east).
Near you in Childerditch
Typical jobs here are in homes near Brentwood County High School and Greyhound Public House and the streets around them. Childerditch’s nearest station is West Horndon station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (3 miles west) and Spire Hartswood Hospital (1.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Childerditch includes Thorndon Park.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Childerditch
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Childerditch, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Common roof problems in Childerditch
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If you look after a building such as Woodlands School Great Warley, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How soon the report will arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
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Childerditch: your questions answered
Is my home in Childerditch listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Childerditch?
Yes, Childerditch is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It is part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, tell us when you book.
How do I book a survey in Childerditch?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
What you can safely check yourself
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.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.