West Berkshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Frilsham
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Thermal roof surveys in Frilsham.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Frilsham
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey loft conversions, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes, and people most frequently book us about areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and cold spots on ceilings under the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Frilsham are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Frilsham (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Frilsham can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Frilsham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Frilsham?
Yes, Frilsham is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Frilsham is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We combine a visual check of cracks with the thermal images around them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are often laid over insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
Thermal roof surveys around Frilsham
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take an older house close to Church of St Frideswide: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. Take a building like Yattendon C.E. Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Frilsham is about 4 miles north-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Frilsham is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Across West Berkshire, we cover Frilsham and the places around it. There is also a page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG18. You’ll find streets such as Beechfield Lane, Hatchets Lane and Chapel Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Yattendon (1 mile north-east), Wellhouse (2 miles west), Little Hungerford (2 miles west), Hampstead Norreys (2 miles north-west) and Oare (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (6 miles south-west), Thatcham (4 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (8 miles south-east), Speenhamland (6 miles south-west), Hungerford (13 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Frilsham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Pot Kiln pub. The nearest railway station is Midgham station, about 4.3 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.7 miles south-west) and Yattendon Castle (1 mile north). For a walk, there is Nature Discovery Centre.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- An energy rating for the building
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
Places near Frilsham
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Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- File the images with your roof records
If you are buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.