Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Colwell, Isle of Wight
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Colwell and the rest of the Isle of Wight. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Cold areas below the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Thermal roof survey in Colwell: what you get
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. We survey loft conversions, commercial roofs and pitched roof slopes, and people most frequently book us about possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys.
Villages like Colwell frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Colwell (PO40, PO39)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water can get through cracked GRP into the deck. We check cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. We check those patches with moisture readings.
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
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Thermal roof surveys in Colwell: local notes
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Colwell, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Colwell is about 5 miles south of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Colwell as part of our work across London and the South East. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Colwell and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Thermal roof surveys in PO40 and PO39 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Colwell Chine Road, Heath Lane and Chine Close and the roads around them. If you are just outside Colwell, we cover Totland (1 mile south-west), Freshwater (1 mile south-east), Norton Green (1 mile north-east), Easton (1 mile south-east) and Afton (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (10 miles east), Cowes (11 miles north-east), East Cowes (12 miles north-east), Barton (11 miles east), Hunny Hill (10 miles east) and Cross Lane (11 miles east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so tell us where you are when booking.
Landmarks near Colwell
Typical jobs here are in homes near Colwell Bay Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Colwell is Lymington Pier station, about 4.9 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.7 miles north) and Ferguson Family Museum (1.1 miles east). The countryside around Colwell includes Tennyson Down and Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.
Common questions in Colwell
Is my home in Colwell listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Colwell?
Yes. Colwell is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Colwell?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The report follows by email.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The address and postcode of the property
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
When to book a survey in Colwell
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Stains that keep coming back
If you look after a building like All Saints Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What we do, 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. The visit usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Colwell, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Why act early in Colwell
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Colwell, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Photos and a written report every time
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
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