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Thermal imaging roof survey in Chilworth, Surrey
We carry out thermal roof surveys in Chilworth and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Practical tips
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Thermal roof survey in Chilworth
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We talk through the forecast when you book, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. Typical surveys look at wet insulation beneath the membrane and missing or slipped insulation, on pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs.
Somewhere as small as Chilworth, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Chilworth (GU4)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Chilworth often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Thermal roof surveys in Chilworth: local notes
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Thomas, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Chilworth Manor lies about 0.4 miles north, so building around Chilworth goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Chilworth is about 3 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Chilworth as part of our work across London and South East England. Chilworth is one of the places in Surrey we cover.
Here we cover the GU4 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Old Manor Gardens, Redwood Grove and Blacksmith Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. You’ll find Chilworth on the A248, so it is easy for us to get to. We also cover the places around Chilworth: Blackheath (1 mile south-east), East Shalford (1 mile west), Shalford (1 mile west), Broadford (2 miles west) and Abbotswood (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (3 miles north-west), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west) and Ewell (15 miles north-east).
Around Chilworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Percy Arms, St Peter's Catholic School and Shalford Mill and the streets around them. Chilworth has its own railway station: Chilworth station. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford House (2.2 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (2.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Chilworth
Do you carry out roof surveys in Chilworth?
Yes, Chilworth is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Chilworth as anywhere else.
Is Chilworth within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
What’s in the survey report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Checking the roof from the ground
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Chilworth
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. 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.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Take a building like Chilworth CofE (Aided) Infant School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What happens after the report arrives
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their report turnaround times
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Roof by roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. We explain what can and can’t be read from them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On larger commercial single-ply roofs, thermal imaging can help target moisture readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.