Surrey · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Hatchford, Surrey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hatchford. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Roof by roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. That makes the survey more focused.
Loft insulation
The difference is clearest when the home is heated and it’s cold out. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
About our thermal roof survey in Hatchford
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. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We are frequently asked to look into damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and damp patches with no obvious cause, across ceilings below the roof, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs.
In a small place like Hatchford, 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. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Hatchford (KT11)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Somewhere like Hatchford needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Hatchford
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hatchford
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection can’t give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. Around Hatchford, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- A written report with photographs
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Prices that include VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Flying and imaging in Hatchford
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses like Byfleet Manor, about 2.1 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Hatchford goes. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Matthew's CofE Aided Infant School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Hatchford is about 5 miles south of Weybridge, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Hatchford as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Surrey coverage includes Hatchford and the places around it. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: KT11. If you are just outside Hatchford, we cover Martyr's Green (1 mile south-west), Hatchford End (1 mile west), Downside (1 mile east), Wisley (2 miles north-west) and Byfleet (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles south-west), Woking (6 miles west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (7 miles east), Horley (15 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Hatchford
We work in homes and buildings around The Forest and the Highlands and The Black Swan pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Effingham Junction station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Send and Ripley History Society Museum (2.7 miles west) and Woking Community Hospital (5.3 miles west). The countryside around Hatchford includes Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
Common questions in Hatchford
Is my home in Hatchford listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Hatchford?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
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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 a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.