Slough · London and the South East
East Burnham Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in East Burnham and across Slough.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around East Burnham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Thermal roof survey in East Burnham
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We survey commercial roofs, ceilings below the roof and pitched roof slopes, and people most often book us about gaps in loft insulation and moisture around outlets and upstands.
Villages like East Burnham often 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. 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 report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- East Burnham (SL2)
- Region
- Slough
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
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. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
What a thermal roof survey looks like in East Burnham
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. The wider area around East Burnham has a long history of building, with Cliveden about 2.8 miles west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Caldicott School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
East Burnham is about 2 miles north of Slough, in Slough. East Burnham is one of many places we visit across Slough, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. Reading is in our area too.
We survey roofs across SL2 for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Thompkins Lane, Stoney Lane and Hawthorn Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Farnham Royal (1 mile south-east), Britwell (1 mile south), Farnham Common (1 mile north-east), Egypt (1 mile north) and Littleworth Corner (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chalvey (3 miles south), Langley (4 miles south-east), Upton (3 miles south-east), Datchet (5 miles south-east), Ditton (5 miles south-east) and Poyle (7 miles south-east).
Landmarks near East Burnham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School, The Crown Public House and Beechwood School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Burnham station, about 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Wexham Park Hospital (2.4 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (4.5 miles south). The countryside around East Burnham includes Burnham Beeches and Taplow Lake.
How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest 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.
When to book a survey in East Burnham
Some defects simply can’t be seen with the eye. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Heat escaping through the roof
If you live in an older home near St John the Evangelist, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their report turnaround times
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Common questions in East Burnham
How do I find out if my home in East Burnham is listed?
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 Burnham?
Yes, East Burnham is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It frequently helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It is used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.