Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Great Shoddesden
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Great Shoddesden, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- File the images with your roof records
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Thermal roof survey in Great Shoddesden
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. We survey commercial roofs, ceilings below the roof and flat roofs, and people most often book us about damp around roof outlets and upstands and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions.
In a small place like Great Shoddesden, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Great Shoddesden (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Great Shoddesden
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
In and around Great Shoddesden, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Great Shoddesden is about 6 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Great Shoddesden and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Great Shoddesden is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for thermal roof surveys. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Thermal roof surveys in SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Great Shoddesden include Perham Down (1 mile west), Ludgershall (1 mile north-west), Kimpton (1 mile south) and Tidworth (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (6 miles east), Whitchurch (12 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Overton (15 miles east), Picket Piece (7 miles east) and Picket Twenty (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Great Shoddesden
Around Great Shoddesden, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Wellington Academy. The closest station to Great Shoddesden is Grateley station, roughly 4.9 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Ludgershall Castle (1.4 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles east). Not far away are Quarley Hill.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Great Shoddesden can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. Thermal imaging can help show damp patterns around them.
How we price thermal roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Great Shoddesden questions
Is Great Shoddesden within the area you cover?
Yes, Great Shoddesden is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Great Shoddesden listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can help, but the results are frequently less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we also look from the loft where it’s safe.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Great Shoddesden
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where applicable, with a report the same day, which helps when timescales are tight.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Water that travels before it shows
If you look after a building like Ludgershall Castle Primary School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their insurance cover
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.