Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Great Haseley
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Great Haseley. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Great Haseley
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. We survey flat roofs, pitched roof slopes and loft conversions, and people most often book us about possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and stains that keep coming back.
Villages like Great Haseley often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Great Haseley (OX44)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Great Haseley
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Around Great Haseley, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are frequently laid over insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
We will typically ask about:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Thermal roof surveys around Great Haseley
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Great Milton Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. Garsington Manor, about 3.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Great Haseley. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Great Haseley is about 5 miles south-west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Roofs in Great Haseley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Oxfordshire. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Great Haseley and the places around it. There is also a page for Oxford.
We survey roofs across OX44 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Rectory Road, Horse Close Cottages and Back Way. We also cover the places around Great Haseley: Great Milton (1 mile north-west), Milton Common (1 mile north-east), Tiddington (2 miles north), Albury (2 miles north-east) and Draycott (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (7 miles west), Didcot (10 miles south-west), Bicester (14 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles west), Thame (5 miles north-east) and Henley-on-Thames (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Great Haseley
In Great Haseley, that means homes and buildings near The Plough Inn. A little further out are Thame Community Hospital (5.1 miles north-east) and Waterperry Gardens Rural Museum (2.8 miles north). Not far away are Wells Farm.
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FAQs for Great Haseley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Great Haseley?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Will you come out to Great Haseley?
Yes, Great Haseley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. 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 booking.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- File the images with your roof records
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
How it works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Great Haseley, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.