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Thermal imaging roof survey in Crookham, West Berkshire
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Crookham from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Crookham
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. About 5 miles north-west lies Shaw House, a reminder of how long the area around Crookham has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Crookham is about 3 miles south-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Crookham can all book thermal roof surveys. Crookham is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG7 and RG19. That includes homes and businesses on Crookham Common Road and Hyde End Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Crookham: Hyde End (1 mile south-east), Goose Hill (1 mile south-west), Mill Green (1 mile south-west), Ashford Hill (2 miles south-east) and Plastow Green (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (5 miles west), Thatcham (3 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (7 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles north-west), Hungerford (13 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Crookham
Around Crookham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Kennet School and The Travellers Friend pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Thatcham station, roughly 1.6 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.7 miles west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Crookham includes Thatcham Reed Beds.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Crookham
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 doesn’t see water itself, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. We survey ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and commercial roofs, and people most often book us about stains that keep coming back and thin or uneven insulation in the roof.
Villages like Crookham frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Crookham (RG7, RG19)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which frequently helps the camera pick up differences. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Check outlets after heavy rain
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Crookham?
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.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Gaps in loft insulation
Anyone responsible for a site like Brimpton C.E. Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before booking anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What experience they bring
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Crookham questions
Do you cover smaller places like Crookham?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Crookham 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.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
How do I book a survey in Crookham?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Can a thermal camera see water?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Crookham
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Crookham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.