Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Enslow, Oxfordshire
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Enslow. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
How a thermal roof survey works in Enslow
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’s why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps in loft insulation and water getting in at parapets and stacks.
Somewhere as small as Enslow, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Enslow (OX5)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Enslow roofs
Oxford Airport is about 2 miles from Enslow. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
With Blenheim Palace about 3 miles south-west, the area around Enslow has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. For an older house near a landmark like Church of Holy Cross, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Enslow is about 7 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in Enslow work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Oxford is in our area too.
All of OX5 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Station Road, Lince Lane and Ingleby Paddocks. We also cover the places around Enslow: Bletchingdon (1 mile east), Kirtlington (1 mile north-east), Hampton Poyle (2 miles south-east), Kidlington (3 miles south) and Weston-on-the-Green (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (8 miles south), Banbury (14 miles north), Bicester (7 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (10 miles south-west) and Carterton (14 miles south-west).
What’s near Enslow
In Enslow, that means homes and buildings near The Marlborough Church of England School and Rock Of Gibraltar Public House and the streets around them. Enslow’s nearest station is Tackley station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum (2.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- A formal energy assessment
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
Landlord and commercial surveys in Enslow
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Enslow and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why act early in Enslow
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. In a small place like Enslow, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why book us in Enslow
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Enslow, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Do you need a thermal roof survey in Enslow?
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
If you look after a building such as Bletchingdon Parochial Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Checking the roof from ground level
It helps 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.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What else we do in Enslow
Questions from Enslow
Do you cover smaller places like Enslow?
Yes. Enslow is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Enslow listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.