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Thermal Roof Survey in Frimley
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Frimley.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Frimley
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. If you are worried about moisture around outlets and upstands and leaks that are hard to trace, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Before any drone flight in a town like Frimley, the airspace is checked on the Drone Safety Map, which shows restriction zones around airports and prisons. We fly a sub-250g drone and hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. We take care over neighbours’ privacy. In the open category, flights stay under 120 m (400 ft) with the drone in sight.
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
- Frimley (GU16, GU15)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is frequently to open up the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. On homes in Frimley, the joint between an extension and the house is where a slow leak tends to start. Left for a few seasons, it can spoil plaster, skirting and flooring inside.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Frimley
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What else we do in Frimley
Questions from Frimley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Frimley?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Frimley?
Yes, Frimley is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is this a RICS 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.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast when booking.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Common roof problems in Frimley
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when there’s a clear difference between inside and outside.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
If you live in an older home near St. Peter's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Are they insured for the work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- What the survey will not cover
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
Once we’ve been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. We explain what each image may mean, 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. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a visit in Frimley, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Thermal roof surveys around Frimley
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 the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like Lakeside Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Frimley is about 1 mile south of Camberley, in Surrey. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Frimley. Across Surrey, we cover Frimley and the places around it. There is also a page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU16 and GU15 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Church Road, Frimley High Street and Station Road. You’ll find Frimley on the A325 and B311, so it is easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Frimley Green (1 mile south), Deepcut (1 mile east), Camberley (1 mile north), Watchmoor (2 miles north-west) and York Town (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Farnham (8 miles south), Egham (11 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles east) and Staines-upon-Thames (13 miles north-east).
Around Frimley
Around Frimley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Tomlinscote School, The White Hart Public House and Frimley Lodge Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Frimley station, roughly 0.7 miles west. Nearby you will also find Frimley Park Hospital (0.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Heath Museum (1.9 miles north). The countryside around Frimley includes Danger Hill and Wildmoor Heath.