Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Highbridge, Hampshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Highbridge and across Hampshire.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
About our thermal roof survey in Highbridge
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We’ll discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof, and common reasons people get in touch are damp around chimneys and parapets and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions.
In a village or hamlet like Highbridge, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Highbridge (SO50)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price thermal roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Why get it checked now?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is often to open up the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Outbuildings and barns around Highbridge 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. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Highbridge, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, 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.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What we’re asked to look at in Highbridge
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Mary's Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What insurance they carry
- What exactly goes into their report
Thermal roof surveys in Highbridge: local notes
About 4.2 miles south-west lies South Stoneham House, a reminder of how long the area around Highbridge has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Anyone responsible for a site like Colden Common Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Highbridge is about 2 miles north of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. We visit Highbridge as part of our work across Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Highbridge. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: SO50. Whether your property is on Wardle Road and Highbridge Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Lord's Wood (1 mile south-east), Brambridge (1 mile north-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-east), Nob's Crook (1 mile east) and Allbrook (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Hedge End (5 miles south).
Near you in Highbridge
We work in homes and buildings around Thornden School and Thornden School and the streets around them. The closest station to Highbridge is Eastleigh station, about 1.7 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (1.8 miles south-west) and Moorgreen Hospital (4.3 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
Common questions in Highbridge
Are there drone restrictions around Highbridge?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Highbridge is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Highbridge?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You will then get the report by email.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Proving moisture from the images alone
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Highbridge book surveys as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.