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Thermal imaging roof survey in Freeland, Oxfordshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Thermal roof surveys in Freeland, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Missing or slipped insulation
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which frequently helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We combine the images with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Freeland
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you’ve noticed areas of a flat roof that may hold water and ceilings that feel colder in places, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on commercial roofs, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes alike.
In a village or hamlet like Freeland, 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 ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Freeland (OX29)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Freeland
Do you carry out roof surveys in Freeland?
Yes, Freeland is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Freeland within the area you cover?
Yes, Freeland is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Check the loft can be reached safely
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, alongside what we recommend. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Airspace, weather and Freeland roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Historic houses like Blenheim Palace, about 2.6 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Freeland goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Freeland Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Freeland is about 4 miles north-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in Freeland, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property. Freeland is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work for thermal roof surveys. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
All of OX29 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Hurst Lane, Nash Lane and Wroslyn Road. We also cover East End (1 mile north-west), North Leigh (2 miles west), Combe (2 miles north), New Yatt (2 miles west) and Stonesfield (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (9 miles south-east), Bicester (12 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles south-east), Witney (4 miles south-west), Carterton (9 miles west) and Wantage (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Freeland
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Oxfordshire Yeoman pub and Bartholomew School. Freeland’s nearest station is Combe station, about 1.3 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Morris Motors Museum (1.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Blenheim Farm.
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Freeland, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.