Essex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Feering, Essex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Feering from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
About our thermal roof survey in Feering
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. Common reasons to book are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and leaks far from where the stain appears, across flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes.
In a small place like Feering, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Feering (CO5)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Feering
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. In a small place like Feering, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Feering, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- An energy rating for the building
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
Airspace, weather and Feering roofs
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Feering Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of All Saints, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Feering is about 5 miles north-east of Witham, in Essex. Feering is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CO5 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on The Street, Hall Farm Close and Kings Gardens and the roads around them. We also cover Kelvedon (1 mile south-west), Stocks Green (1 mile north), Skye Green (2 miles north), Messing (2 miles east) and Windmill Hill (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (8 miles east), Chelmsford (12 miles south-west), Braintree (7 miles west), Maldon (8 miles south), Witham (5 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (7 miles east).
Near you in Feering
In Feering, that means homes and buildings near Brockwell Meadows, The Old Anchor Public House and Parish Church of St Mary. Feering’s nearest station is Kelvedon station, about 0.6 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Birch Castle (4.5 miles east) and Laundry & Mangle Museum (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Feering includes Tiptree Heath Nature Reserve.
Feering questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Feering?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Feering?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Feering is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, and we check them with moisture readings.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Feering
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- File the images with your roof records
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
When to book a survey in Feering
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. Patterns can point to wet areas and show which parts look sound, so moisture readings can be targeted.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
Historic houses such as Layer Marney Tower, about 3.8 miles south-east, show how far back building around Feering goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Is VAT included in the price?