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Thermal imaging roof survey in Childrey, Oxfordshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Childrey, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
Thermal roof survey in Childrey
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. If you’ve noticed water getting in at parapets and stacks and stains that keep coming back, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on commercial roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes alike.
Villages like Childrey frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Childrey (OX12)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Height and safe access
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Childrey questions
Do you cover Childrey?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Childrey is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Childrey is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. Where it can’t be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, like electronic leak detection.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
How do I book a survey in Childrey?
Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Childrey can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Childrey
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Drones, thermal imaging and Childrey roofs
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Childrey is about 2 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Childrey gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Childrey is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for thermal roof surveys. You can also see our page for Oxford.
We survey roofs across the OX12 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street, Hollow Way and Stowhill, all of which we cover. Other places close to Childrey include West Challow (1 mile north-east), East Challow (1 mile east), Letcombe Regis (1 mile south-east), Letcombe Bassett (2 miles south-east) and Wantage (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east) and Faringdon (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Childrey
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to King Alfred's and The Hatchet Public House, among other places. A little further out are Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (3.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Childrey include Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
When to book a survey in Childrey
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What experience they bring
Also near Childrey
What else we do in Childrey
What a thermal roof survey doesn’t cover
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.