Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Forton
Thermal roof surveys in Forton and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Landlords, agents and block managers in Forton
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
About our thermal roof survey in Forton
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging frequently helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are frequently harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. We’re often asked to look into damp that repairs haven’t cured and cold areas below the roof, across pitched roof slopes, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof.
Even in a smaller place like Forton, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Forton (PO12, PO13)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Forton
Also in Forton
Practical tips
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- 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
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Forton
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Leave it or get it looked at?
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. Around Forton, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Flying and imaging in Forton
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Forton. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St John the Evangelist, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. If you look after a building like St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Forton means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Forton is about 1 mile south-east of Gosport, in Hampshire. Forton is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across Hampshire, we cover Forton and the places around it.
All of PO12 and PO13 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Lee Road, Ford Road and Lees Lane, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Forton, we cover Gosport (1 mile north-west), Priddy's Hard (1 mile north-east), Elson (1 mile north), Bridgemary (2 miles north-west) and Rowner (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Havant (8 miles north-east), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east), Hedge End (11 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Forton
We work in homes and buildings around The Trafalgar pub, Brune Park Community School and St Vincent College and the streets around them. Forton’s nearest station is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 1.5 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Portchester Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (0.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there is West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
Forton questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Forton?
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 Forton within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. If the source cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Forton, 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 is safe access, completes the picture.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.