Surrey · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Egham Hythe
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Egham Hythe, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Cold areas below the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Egham Hythe questions
Are there drone restrictions around Egham Hythe?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. The flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport comes within about 2 miles of Egham Hythe. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
How do I find out if my home in Egham Hythe is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
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, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when booking.
Do you work in Egham Hythe?
Yes, we do. Egham Hythe is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Egham Hythe
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. 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 don’t. Where something cannot be confirmed, we say what would help next. Typical surveys look at possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and damp around chimneys and parapets, across flat roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
Around Egham Hythe, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Egham Hythe (TW18, TW20, TW19)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Thermal roof surveys around Egham Hythe
With Botleys Mansion about 3.5 miles south, Egham Hythe sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. The flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport comes within about 2 miles of Egham Hythe. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying.
For hotels and guest houses around Egham Hythe, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it pays to find faults before guests do. If you look after a building such as Thorpe Lea Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Egham Hythe is about 1 mile east of Egham, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Egham Hythe can all book thermal roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. Guildford is in our area too.
Thermal roof surveys in TW18, TW20 and TW19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Pond Road, Green Lane and Glebe Road or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A320, Egham Hythe is easy for us to reach. If you’re just outside Egham Hythe, we cover Staines-upon-Thames (1 mile north-east), Egham (1 mile west), Thorpe (1 mile south), Hythe End (1 mile north-west) and Penton Hook (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (12 miles south), Woking (8 miles south), Camberley (11 miles south-west), Epsom (13 miles south-east), Ewell (13 miles south-east) and Walton-on-Thames (6 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Egham Hythe
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Magna Carta School, The Jolly Farmer Public House and The American School In England, among other places. The nearest railway station is Egham station, roughly 1 mile west. Nearby you will also find Ashford Hospital (2.7 miles north-east) and Spelthorne Museum (0.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Gracious Pond and St Ann's Hill.
Useful tips for Egham Hythe property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Being in a smaller place like Egham Hythe doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- 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.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Egham Hythe
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Nearby places to Egham Hythe
More services for Egham Hythe
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Egham Hythe
Building owners and managing agents use thermal surveys to plan work on larger flat roofs. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so moisture readings can be targeted.
We are often asked to look at:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Take an older house close to St Paul's Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What experience they bring
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their report turnaround times
Why get it checked now?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection cannot give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. On a bungalow or cottage around Egham Hythe, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A report with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.