Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Hailey, Hertfordshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hailey from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
About our thermal roof survey in Hailey
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. Premium reports are sent the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you’ve noticed cold spots on ceilings under the roof and wet areas near outlets and upstands, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on loft conversions, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof alike.
Villages like Hailey often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Hailey (SG13)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Hailey
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where it applies, with a report the same day, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Water that travels before it shows
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of the Holy Trinity, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Before booking anyone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Hailey questions
Do you cover Hailey?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hailey as anywhere else.
Is my home in Hailey listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Flying and imaging in Hailey
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Roselands Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Hailey is about 2 miles north of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Surveys in Hailey work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Hailey. London is in our area too.
Surveys in SG13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Hailey Lane, Springle Lane and College Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Being close to the A1170, Hailey is simple for us to get to for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Hailey: Little Amwell (1 mile north-west), Woollensbrook (1 mile south-west), Hertford Heath (1 mile west), St Margarets (1 mile north-east) and Great Amwell (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (11 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles west), Harpenden (14 miles west) and Cheshunt (5 miles south).
Near you in Hailey
We work in homes and buildings around The John Warner School, Barclay Park and The Galley Hall Public House. For rail, the closest station is St Margarets (Herts) station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Barrowfield (1.8 miles north-west) and Museum of Street Lighting (1.4 miles north). For a walk, there is Hertford Heath nature reserve.
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
Once we’ve been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. Each image is explained in plain words, alongside what we recommend. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Why act early in Hailey
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. Outbuildings and barns around Hailey are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Rural addresses near Hailey can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
Insulation often gets moved during work in the loft. Thermal images can show where it has been pushed aside.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hailey and across Hertfordshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.