Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Independent thermal roof surveys in Chillerton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
What happens if roof problems are left?
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Older and listed buildings around Chillerton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 98% customer satisfaction
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Chillerton
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, so it’s easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you are worried about heat escaping through the roof and stains that keep coming back, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Chillerton may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Chillerton (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Chillerton
Chillerton is within about 4 miles of the coast. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from ground level, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
The streets around a church such as St. Olave's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. With Sheat Manor about 0.6 miles north-east, the area around Chillerton has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
Chillerton is about 3 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Chillerton and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Surveys in PO30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Hollow Lane, Greenland Close and Brook Lane. Other places close to Chillerton include Gatcombe (1 mile north), Shorwell (2 miles west), Bowcombe (2 miles north-west), Plaish (2 miles north) and Chale Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (3 miles north), Ryde (8 miles north-east), Cowes (7 miles north), Sandown (7 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles east) and Ventnor (6 miles south-east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning, so let us know when you contact us.
What’s near Chillerton
Nearby you’ll also find Whitecroft Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Carisbrooke Castle (2.5 miles north). Open spaces near Chillerton include Brighstone Down.
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Chillerton, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Chillerton
Landlords, agents and building managers in Chillerton and across the Isle of Wight can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Chillerton?
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so we know where to take moisture readings.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
If you look after a building such as Chillerton and Rookley Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- What insurance they carry
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- A formal energy assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
Chillerton: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Chillerton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Chillerton in the area you cover?
Yes, Chillerton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
The camera does not see water itself. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, but we check each finding with moisture readings.