Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Compton, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Thermal roof surveys in Compton.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
Surveys for landlords and agents in Compton
Letting agents and landlords in Compton book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Compton
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. It’s important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. We survey flat roofs, commercial roofs and ceilings below the roof, and common reasons people get in touch are damp that repairs haven’t cured and damp around roof outlets and upstands.
Some older homes in villages like Compton are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on 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.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Compton (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Compton
What else we do in Compton
Airspace, weather and Compton roofs
Compton is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. Where the drone is part of the survey, the exact boundary is checked for the address first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
If you look after a building such as Compton All Saints Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Compton is about 3 miles south of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cover Compton and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Compton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SO21 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Field Way, Clease Way and Cliff Way or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover South Down (1 mile south), Shawford (1 mile east), Otterbourne (1 mile south), Twyford (1 mile east) and Oliver's Battery (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (4 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north-west), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles south-west).
Near you in Compton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bridge Inn, Thornden School and St. Cross Park, among other places. Compton’s nearest station is Shawford station, about 0.5 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (2.4 miles north) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Compton include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Compton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Common roof problems in Compton
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of All Saints, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their insurance cover
- Will the report include photos?
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Compton
Are there drone restrictions around Compton?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 2 miles of Compton. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Compton?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The report follows by email.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can help, but the results are frequently less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we also look from the loft where it’s safe.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, given suitable conditions on the day.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
If you are buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.