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Thermal imaging roof survey in Compton, Surrey
Thermal roof surveys in Compton and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
About our thermal roof survey in Compton
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. If you’re worried about water that travels before it shows and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Compton, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Compton (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys in Compton: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Loseley Fields Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. Historic houses such as Loseley Park, about 1 mile east, show how far back building around Compton goes. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Compton is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Anywhere in Compton, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Surrey, we cover Compton.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: GU3. We cover properties on The Street, Spiceall and Almsgate and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Hurtmore (1 mile south), Binscombe (1 mile south-east), Littleton (1 mile east), Shackleford (2 miles south-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Compton
In Compton, that means homes and buildings near Broadwater School, Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves and The Harrow pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Farncombe station, about 1.6 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Charterhouse School Museum (1.2 miles south) and Guildford Castle (2.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Farncombe Wood and Frith Hill.
Why act early in Compton
Repeated repairs that don’t stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, rather than more guesswork. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Compton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Compton
Do you carry out roof surveys in Compton?
Yes, Compton is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Compton as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Compton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take an hour or two at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What affects the price in Compton
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Compton, ring 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Nearby places to Compton
Also in Compton
Useful tips for Compton property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It is your decision how to use it, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We look where there’s safe access.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around Compton 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.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.