Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in East Boldre, Hampshire
Independent thermal roof surveys in East Boldre. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Missing or slipped insulation
Thermal roof survey in East Boldre: what you get
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. If you are worried about leaks far from where the stain appears and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like East Boldre, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- East Boldre (SO42)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Photograph damp patches with the date
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Places near East Boldre
Other services in East Boldre
What a thermal roof survey looks like in East Boldre
East Boldre lies within about 3 miles of the sea. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Beaulieu Palace House, about 1.3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Boldre. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Paul, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Take a building like Beaulieu Village Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
East Boldre is about 5 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in East Boldre and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Hampshire coverage includes East Boldre and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Surveys in SO42 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Sweyns Lease, Chapel Lane and Warton Close, all of which we cover. Other places close to East Boldre include Furzey Lodge (1 mile north), Beaulieu (1 mile north-east), Bailey's Hard (1 mile east), The Hummicks (2 miles east) and Dibden Purlieu (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Gosport (14 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Fareham (12 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near East Boldre
Typical jobs here are in homes near Turfcutters Arms and the streets around them. East Boldre’s nearest station is Beaulieu Road station, roughly 3.8 miles north-west. A little further out are Lymington New Forest Hospital (4.1 miles south-west) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Boldre Foreshore.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Common questions in East Boldre
Is my home in East Boldre listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to East Boldre?
Yes, East Boldre is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it can’t be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, and we check them with moisture readings.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
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 discuss the forecast when booking.
How do I book a survey in East Boldre?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Landlord and commercial surveys in East Boldre
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in East Boldre. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof by roof
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and colder outside. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos. On timing, it typically takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around East Boldre often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.