Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Faberstown, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Faberstown.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in Faberstown
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves frequently show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. If you are worried about damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and missing or slipped insulation, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Faberstown often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high 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. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Faberstown (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
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The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Faberstown, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We check the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Flying and imaging in Faberstown
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For any home in Faberstown, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Faberstown is about 5 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Faberstown, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Andover Road and Shoddesden Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Redenham (1 mile east), Appleshaw (1 mile east), Fyfield (2 miles south), Chute Forest (2 miles north-east) and Clanville (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Andover (5 miles south-east), Tidworth (3 miles west), Whitchurch (11 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Overton (14 miles east) and Picket Piece (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Faberstown
Faberstown’s nearest station is Andover station, about 4.7 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.5 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (1.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Faberstown include Quarley Hill and Anton Lakes.
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We check cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there’s a pattern around them.
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and colder outside. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
Common roof problems in Faberstown
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, especially when it’s warm inside and cold outside.
Problems we come across often include:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter in the Wood, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their report turnaround times
FAQs for Faberstown
Is my home in Faberstown listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Faberstown?
Yes, Faberstown is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Faberstown as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.