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Thermal imaging roof survey in Fishbourne, Isle of Wight
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Fishbourne and across the Isle of Wight.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
Thermal roof survey in Fishbourne: what you get
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. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. It is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. We’re often asked to look into gaps in loft insulation and leaks far from where the stain appears, across insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Fishbourne, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from ground level. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Fishbourne (PO33)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Fishbourne
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fishbourne?
Yes, Fishbourne is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fishbourne?
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 it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Fishbourne?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, which we then check with moisture readings.
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What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like Fishbourne, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- 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 a clear route to the loft
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection cannot give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. Outbuildings and barns around Fishbourne are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Fishbourne
- A report with photographs
- 20+ years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Fishbourne
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Check outlets after heavy rain
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the loft space.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
Thermal roof surveys in Fishbourne: local notes
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Fishbourne, and wind off the sea can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and the whole island is open to sea air and wind. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Historic houses like Osborne House, about 2.8 miles north-west, show how far back building around Fishbourne goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. For an older house near a landmark such as St. Edmund's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Anyone responsible for a site like Wootton Community Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Fishbourne is about 2 miles west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Fishbourne and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Fishbourne is one of the places in the Isle of Wight we cover for thermal roof surveys. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
All of PO33 is covered for thermal roof surveys. You will find streets like Kite Hill, Ashlake Farm Lane and Ashlake Copse Road. Fishbourne sits on or near the B3331, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Wootton (1 mile west), Havenstreet (1 mile south), Hillgrove (2 miles south-west), Whippingham (2 miles west) and Staplers (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (4 miles south-west), Cowes (4 miles north-west), Sandown (6 miles south-east), Shanklin (7 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (3 miles north-west). If you’re somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning, so let us know when you contact us.
Landmarks near Fishbourne
Around Fishbourne, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ryde Academy and The Fishbourne pub. The nearest railway station is Ryde Esplanade station, about 2.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (3.9 miles west) and East Cowes Castle (3.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Fishbourne includes Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.