Essex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Coxtie Green
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Coxtie Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Coxtie Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
- 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 the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Coxtie Green
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. The camera does not see water itself, 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. If you’ve noticed areas of a flat roof that may hold water and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on insulated roof spaces, loft conversions and commercial roofs alike.
In a small place like Coxtie Green, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot 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. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Coxtie Green (CM14)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
We confirm the exact price before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Airspace, weather and Coxtie Green roofs
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. About 4.3 miles south-west lies Hare Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Coxtie Green has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Anyone responsible for a site like Becket Keys Church of England School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Coxtie Green is about 2 miles north-west of Brentwood, in Essex. Coxtie Green is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Essex coverage includes Coxtie Green. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
All of CM14 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include Coxtie Green Road and Warwick Place, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Bentley (1 mile north), Navestock Side (1 mile north), Horseman Side (1 mile west), St Vincent's Hamlet (1 mile south-west) and South Weald (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (12 miles north-east), Basildon (10 miles south-east), Harlow (11 miles north-west), Billericay (7 miles east), Rayleigh (15 miles east) and Loughton (8 miles west).
Near you in Coxtie Green
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse pub and Weald Country Park, among other places. The closest station to Coxtie Green is Brentwood station, about 2.6 miles south-east. A little further out are Brentwood Community Hospital (2.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Warley Place.
Coxtie Green: your questions answered
Is my home in Coxtie Green listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Coxtie Green?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Coxtie Green is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there is safe access.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can help, but the results are often 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.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, which we then check with moisture readings.
When to book a survey in Coxtie Green
Once a leak has been fixed, people frequently ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
We are often asked to look at:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Gaps in loft insulation
The streets around a church such as Trinity Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What experience they bring
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is added on top
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
If you are buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It is your decision how to use it, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof, when the conditions are suitable.
Why get it checked now?
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Coxtie Green, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent look at the roof
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What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.