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Thermal Roof Survey in East Sheen
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in East Sheen. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Roof by roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Slate and tile roofs are often harder to read with a thermal camera, because of the air space beneath. We back up what the camera shows with a look in the loft where we can.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. Moisture readings are used to check them.
How a thermal roof survey works in East Sheen
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. Typical surveys look at damp around roof outlets and upstands and patches of heat loss across the roof, on pitched roof slopes, loft conversions and commercial roofs.
London roofs sit shoulder to shoulder in terraces and blocks, so privacy and neighbours matter as much as the view. We take care to focus on the roof we have been asked to look at, in East Sheen as anywhere. Tell us about the building and access when you book. Steep slopes, tall chimneys and rear additions are where the extra view helps most.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- East Sheen (SW14, SW13, SW15)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in East Sheen
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in East Sheen?
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for East Sheen, along with any off-street space.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the price includes VAT
Flying and imaging in East Sheen
East Sheen is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first. The wider area around East Sheen has a long history of building, with Chiswick House about 1.3 miles north. If yours is one of the older homes, 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.
The streets around a church such as All Saints' Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. For businesses in and around places like Putney Exchange, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
East Sheen is about 3 miles west of Fulham, in Greater London. East Sheen is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Across Greater London, we cover East Sheen and the places around it. You can also see our page for London.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: SW14, SW13 and SW15. You’ll find streets such as Elm Road, Well Lane and Fife Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to East Sheen include Mortlake (1 mile north-east), North Sheen (1 mile north-west), Barnes (1 mile north-east), Grove Park (1 mile north) and Richmond upon Thames (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles east), City of Westminster (6 miles north-east), Marylebone (6 miles north-east), Kensington (4 miles north-east), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
Near you in East Sheen
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hare and Hounds pub, Palewell Park and Ibstock Place School. East Sheen has its own railway station: Mortlake station. Other landmarks nearby include Ubuntu Museum: African Museum of Humanity (1.1 miles south-east) and Barnes Hospital (0.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Duke's Hollow and Kew Gardens Lake.
Questions from East Sheen
Is drone flying allowed in East Sheen?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea comes within about 2 miles of East Sheen. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Every London address is checked against them before a flight. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
Is parking a problem for a survey in East Sheen?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway as you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
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.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. The results depend on conditions on the day. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, like electronic leak detection.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
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What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a London area like East Sheen, the main things to sort out are parking and access: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. We then look at everything that’s safely in view from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.