Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Elvetham
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Elvetham. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Practical tips
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Thermal roof survey in Elvetham: what you get
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. The difference shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. If you’ve noticed moisture around outlets and upstands and heat escaping through the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Elvetham, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Elvetham (RG27)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Rural addresses near Elvetham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- 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.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Elvetham questions
How do I find out if my home in Elvetham is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are there drone restrictions around Elvetham?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Elvetham is about 3 miles from Blackbushe Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We combine a visual check of cracks with the thermal images around them.
What affects the price in Elvetham
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
Drones, thermal imaging and Elvetham roofs
Elvetham is about 3 miles from Blackbushe Airport. Where the drone is part of the survey, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first. 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.
Take a building like Elvetham Heath Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary at Elvetham Hall, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Shop and office owners around Hart Shopping Centre may find that large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
Elvetham is about 2 miles north-west of Fleet, in Hampshire. In Elvetham, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG27. You will find streets such as Home Farm Road and Fleet Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Elvetham Heath (1 mile east), Winchfield Hurst (1 mile south-west), Crookham Village (2 miles south), Dogmersfield (2 miles south) and Fleet (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (10 miles west), Farnborough (4 miles east), Aldershot (6 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south-west), Yateley (3 miles north-east) and Tadley (12 miles west).
What’s near Elvetham
Around Elvetham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sunday School, De Havilland Arms and The Views Meadow. The nearest railway station is Fleet station, roughly 1.8 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Fleet Community Hospital (1.2 miles south-east) and Odiham Castle (4.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Aunt's Pool and Hitches Hill.
Towns and villages near Elvetham
Other services in Elvetham
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.