Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Crowdhill, Hampshire
Thermal roof surveys in Crowdhill and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Crowdhill, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Crowdhill
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. If you’ve noticed moisture around outlets and upstands and ceilings that feel colder in places, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ceilings below the roof, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs alike.
Villages like Crowdhill often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, 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.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Crowdhill (SO50)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- An energy rating for the building
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
Crowdhill: your questions answered
Are there drone restrictions around Crowdhill?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Crowdhill is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crowdhill?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. The report follows by email.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day affect the results. 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 talk through the forecast when booking.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile 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 we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we will say what could help next, like electronic leak detection.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Crowdhill
Crowdhill is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. If your survey includes the drone, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying. With South Stoneham House about 4.4 miles south-west, Crowdhill sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wyvern Technology College, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once. Take an older house close to Church of the Holy Trinity: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Crowdhill is about 2 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Bookings from Crowdhill are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Southampton.
We work across SO50 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Chestnut Drive and Winchester Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Fisher's Pond (1 mile north), Nob's Crook (1 mile north-west), Colden Common (1 mile north-west), Lord's Wood (1 mile north-west) and Bishopstoke (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (6 miles north), Gosport (14 miles south-east), Fareham (10 miles south-east), Horndean (14 miles east), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (4 miles west).
Around Crowdhill
Around Crowdhill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The King's School Senior and The Fox & Hounds pub. The nearest railway station is Eastleigh station, about 2.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Eastleigh Museum (2.3 miles west) and Moorgreen Hospital (3.6 miles south). For a walk, there is Twyford Down and Shawford Down.
How we price thermal roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. In a small place like Crowdhill, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
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