Hampshire · London and the South East
Hatch Warren Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Hatch Warren from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hatch Warren
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. Typical surveys look at thin or uneven insulation in the roof and stains that keep coming back, on ceilings below the roof, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes.
Around Hatch Warren, plenty of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. The parts you can’t see, like rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Even so, a close-up image often shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from the ground misses.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Hatch Warren (RG22, RG25)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Hatch Warren
Do you cover Hatch Warren?
Yes, Hatch Warren is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you cover smaller places like Hatch Warren?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, which we then check with moisture readings.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Places near Hatch Warren
What else we do in Hatch Warren
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Thermal roof surveys around Hatch Warren
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Hatch Warren Infant School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Church Of Christ The King, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Hatch Warren is about 2 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Hatch Warren is one of many places we visit across Hampshire. Hatch Warren is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG22 and RG25. Local streets include Cyprus Road, Danebury Road and Cliddesden Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Hatch Warren include Farleigh Wallop (1 mile south), Brighton Hill (1 mile north), Kempshott (1 mile north-west), South Ham (2 miles north) and Buckskin (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-west), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Around Hatch Warren
In Hatch Warren, that means homes and buildings near Jolly Farmer Public House, Brighton Hill Community School and Coppice Spring School and the streets around them. The closest station to Hatch Warren is Basingstoke station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Willis Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Festival Place (2.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hatch Warren include Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hatch Warren
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Useful tips for Hatch Warren property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- File the images with your roof records
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Check outlets after heavy rain
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Hatch Warren
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Shop and office owners around Festival Place may find that big, flat commercial roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images help most.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will the report include photos?
- How soon the report will arrive
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. A visit to Hatch Warren is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- 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.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.