Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Fareham, Hampshire
Thermal roof surveys in Fareham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
About our thermal roof survey in Fareham
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp isn’t obvious. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey insulated roof spaces, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are wet areas near outlets and upstands and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering.
In a town like Fareham, the roofs that are hardest to see are often on taller buildings, steep slopes or the backs of terraces. Close-up drone photos and thermal images show what binoculars from the pavement cannot. Each needs the right weather. A typical example is the rear slope over a back addition, which can’t be seen from the street.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Fareham (PO16, PO14, PO15, SO31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, alongside what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
Common roof problems in Fareham
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
Common reasons to book include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Water that travels before it shows
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
If you look after a building such as St Jude's Catholic Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Most visits in a town like Fareham start at the front of the house and work round to the back. Rear gardens and side paths frequently give the best view of extensions and back slopes, so unlocked gates help. The loft comes next, where there’s safe access.
- You tell us 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.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Why act early in Fareham
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. The camera can point to gaps and thin areas in the insulation, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Extensions and dormers on homes around Fareham often hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. A few wet winters later, it can mean new plaster and decorating as well as roof work.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Fareham
Is drone flying allowed in Fareham?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Solent Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Do you cover Fareham?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Thermal roof surveys around Fareham
Fareham is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Solent Airport is about 3 miles from Fareham. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Shop and office owners around Fareham Shopping Centre may find that big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most. Take an older house close to St John The Evangelist: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Fareham is about 10 miles south-east of Southampton, in Hampshire. Fareham is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Hampshire, we cover Fareham. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
We survey roofs across PO16, PO14, PO15 and SO31 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Delme Square, High Street and Brookmeadow, and we cover them all. You’ll find Fareham on the A27 and A32, which makes it simple to reach. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Fareham Common (1 mile east), Wallington (1 mile east), North Fareham (1 mile north-east), Peel Common (2 miles south) and Welborne (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (4 miles south-east), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east) and Totton (14 miles west). Fareham is among the bigger towns we cover in Hampshire.
What’s near Fareham
In Fareham, that means homes and buildings near Wykeham House School, The Lord Arthur Lee pub and Fareham Academy and the streets around them. Fareham has its own railway station: Fareham station. Well-known places in the area include Carron Row Farm Museum (1.7 miles west) and Knowle Hospital (2 miles north). For a walk, there is Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
What to let us know when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.