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Thermal imaging roof survey in Compton, West Berkshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Compton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
What happens if roof problems are left?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. For older village homes like those around Compton, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Thermal roof survey in Compton: what you get
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. It is important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. We are often asked to look into leaks that are hard to trace and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, on ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and insulated roof spaces.
In a village or hamlet like Compton, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Compton (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Compton
Will you come out to Compton?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Compton?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. 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’s disturbed.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast as you book.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older rural homes like those around Compton can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What we’re asked to look at in Compton
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary and St Nicholas, 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
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- Will the report include photos?
How we price thermal roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The size of the roof
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Flying and imaging in Compton
Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Compton C.E. Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Compton is about 7 miles south of Didcot, in West Berkshire. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Compton and the surrounding area. Compton is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
All of RG20 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include High Street, Lowbury Gardens and Cheap Street. If you’re just outside Compton, we cover East Ilsley (2 miles north-west), Aldworth (2 miles east), Woodway (3 miles north), Blewbury (4 miles north) and Chilton (4 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (9 miles south), Thatcham (8 miles south), Burghfield Common (11 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south-west), Hungerford (14 miles south-west) and Spencers Wood (15 miles south-east).
Near you in Compton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Downs School and The Swan pub. A little further out are Hampstead Norris Castle (2.5 miles south). The countryside around Compton includes Churn Hill.