Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Haylands Thermal Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Haylands, with photos and a clear written report.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
Thermal roof survey in Haylands
A thermal survey isn’t a quick fix for every roof problem. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. Common reasons to book are damp around chimneys and parapets and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, across pitched roof slopes, commercial roofs and ceilings below the roof.
Places like Haylands can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Haylands (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Haylands
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Haylands?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Haylands?
Yes, Haylands is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
How do I book a survey in Haylands?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Haylands
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- House, block, shop or office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Drones, thermal imaging and Haylands roofs
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Haylands, and wind off the sea can be strong. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Anyone responsible for a site like Haylands Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. For hotels and guest houses around Haylands, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Haylands is about 1 mile south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Haylands are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Haylands and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO33 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Play Lane, Pell Lane and Upton Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Upton (1 mile south-west), Ryde (1 mile north-east), Oakfield (1 mile east), Binstead (1 mile north-west) and Elmfield (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (6 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). If you are somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed.
Local landmarks in Haylands
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Falcon pub, Ryde Academy and Ryde School with Upper Chine, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ryde St Johns Road station, about 0.9 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Sandown Castle (4.4 miles south) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles north). Open spaces near Haylands include Alan Hersey Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Haylands
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Historic houses such as Nunwell House, about 2.5 miles south, show how far back building around Haylands goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof, when the conditions are suitable.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a survey in Haylands, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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 is safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. On a bungalow or cottage around Haylands, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.