Portsmouth · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Farlington
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Farlington, with photos and a written report.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof survey in Farlington: what you get
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. We survey loft conversions, commercial roofs and flat roofs, and people most often book us about damp that repairs haven’t cured and ceilings that feel colder in places.
Places like Farlington can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Farlington (PO6, PO9, PO7)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Farlington, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Farlington. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Farlington
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Water that travels before it shows
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold areas below the roof
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before you book anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their track record with similar roofs
Flying and imaging in Farlington
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Farlington. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. With Warblington Castle about 2.9 miles east, Farlington sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as 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.
Shop and office owners around The Bridge Shopping Centre may find that large commercial roofs are often easiest to see by drone or thermal camera. If you look after a building like Solent Infant School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Farlington is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. We survey roofs in Farlington and the rest of Portsmouth. Our Portsmouth coverage includes Farlington and the places around it.
We cover every part of the PO6, PO9 and PO7 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Galt Road, Grant Road and Havant Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Drayton (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile north-west), Cosham (1 mile west), Bedhampton (1 mile north-east) and Purbrook (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (5 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (4 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
Near you in Farlington
In Farlington, that means homes and buildings near Springfield School, Springfield School and New Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Farlington is Cosham station, about 1.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Warblington Castle (2.9 miles east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A damp patch that keeps coming back usually has a cause that hasn’t been found. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, rather than more guesswork. Blocked gutters on homes around Farlington overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Farlington
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Farlington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Farlington?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Farlington within the area you cover?
Yes, Farlington is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
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.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.