Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Daw's End
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Daw's End.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
Thermal roof survey in Daw's End: what you get
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. It also includes a drone inspection where applicable, a structural analysis and a same-day report. There is an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you are worried about damp around chimneys and parapets and wet areas near outlets and upstands, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Daw's End frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Daw's End (SG9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Daw's End
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Older cottages and farmhouses around Daw's End can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Prices that include VAT
- A written report with photos
Flying and imaging in Daw's End
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Anstey First School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Daw's End is in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Daw's End, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Surveys in SG9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Daw's End, we cover Anstey (1 mile north), Great Hormead (1 mile south), Wyddial (2 miles west), Brent Pelham (2 miles south-east) and Lower Green (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (11 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (9 miles south-east), Hitchin (13 miles west), Hoddesdon (15 miles south), Hertford (13 miles south-west) and Letchworth (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Daw's End
Around Daw's End, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Blind Fiddler pub, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Anstey Hales Farm (0.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Daw's End include Hawkins Wood.
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Daw's End needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Daw's End: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Daw's End?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Daw's End?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Daw's End is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What we are asked to look at in Daw's End
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Problems we come across often include:
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St George, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking anyone
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- An energy rating for the building
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions