Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Highcliffe, Hampshire
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Highcliffe from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
Thermal roof surveys in Highcliffe: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have 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.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Highcliffe, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. If you look after a building such as All Saints Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. Take an older house close to All Saints: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Highcliffe is about 1 mile east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Highcliffe, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Hampshire, we cover Highcliffe and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Thermal roof surveys in SO23, SO21 and SO20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Moss Road, Vale Road and Domum Road and the roads around them. Being close to the M3 and A31, Highcliffe is easy for us to reach for thermal roof surveys. Other places close to Highcliffe include Bar End (1 mile south-west), Winchester (1 mile west), Hyde (1 mile north-west), St Cross (1 mile south-west) and Abbotts Barton (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (6 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south), Andover (13 miles north-west), Totton (13 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-west) and Hedge End (10 miles south).
Landmarks near Highcliffe
Typical jobs here are in homes near St. Cross Park, Leigh House Hospital and Heart in Hand pub. The closest station to Highcliffe is Winchester station, about 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St John's Rooms And Chapel (less than half a mile north-west) and Wolvesey Castle (within half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
About our thermal roof survey in Highcliffe
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That’s why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. The report is clear about what the images show and what they don’t. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are moisture around outlets and upstands and thin or uneven insulation in the roof.
Older cottages and houses around Highcliffe may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Highcliffe (SO23, SO21, SO20)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- File the images with your roof records
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Highcliffe
Is my home in Highcliffe 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.
Is Highcliffe within the area you cover?
Yes, Highcliffe is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows by email.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. It shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Highcliffe is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, when the conditions allow.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. Blocked gutters on homes around Highcliffe overflow and soak walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Every finding written up with photos
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience