Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Drayton, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Thermal roof surveys in Drayton.
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
How a thermal roof survey works in Drayton
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. If you are worried about areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, we can find out what’s behind it, on insulated roof spaces, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Drayton may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
You receive the findings 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.
- Where
- Drayton (GU32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Drayton
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Letting agents and landlords in Drayton book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Rural addresses near Drayton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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How we price thermal roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the exact price before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Common questions in Drayton
Is Drayton in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Drayton as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Drayton?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
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 discuss the forecast when booking.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
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.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Older and listed buildings around Drayton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Photos and a written report every time
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We look at cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Parapet and valley gutters can overflow inside a building. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Drones, thermal imaging and Drayton roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Take a building like East Meon Church of England Controlled Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Drayton is about 5 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Roofs in Drayton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Drayton is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Here we cover the GU32 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include West Meon (2 miles west), Privett (3 miles north), Filmore Hill (3 miles north), Bailey Green (3 miles north) and West Tisted (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (12 miles west), Gosport (14 miles south), Havant (10 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles west), Fareham (12 miles south-west) and Horndean (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Drayton
In Drayton, that means homes and buildings near The George Inn. The closest station to Drayton is Petersfield station, roughly 4.7 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Clanfield Earthwork (4.8 miles south-east) and Petersfield Community Hospital (4.7 miles east). Not far away are Henwood Down and Shutts Copse.
What else we do in Drayton
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- An energy rating for the building
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Drayton
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces