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Thermal imaging roof survey in Highfield, Southampton
Independent thermal roof surveys in Highfield. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Stains that keep coming back
About our thermal roof survey in Highfield
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. Typical surveys look at wet areas near outlets and upstands and water getting in at parapets and stacks, on loft conversions, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes.
Even in a smaller place like Highfield, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. 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.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Highfield (SO17, SO16, SO14)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We combine a visual check of cracks with the thermal images around them.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
From inside the loft, the camera can help with damp around chimneys, valleys and roof windows. We check any patterns with moisture readings.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a smaller place like Highfield, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- 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 we arrive
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Why act early in Highfield
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. In a smaller place like Highfield, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Highfield
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Highfield
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- When you need the report by
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
FAQs for Highfield
Are there drone restrictions around Highfield?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Highfield is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. We ask the airport for permission before flying there, and only fly if it is given. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Highfield?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photographs, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Highfield
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Highfield, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Highfield Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. With South Stoneham House about 1.1 miles north-east, the area around Highfield has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof itself. Take an older house close to Highfield Church: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Highfield is about 1 mile north of Southampton, in Southampton. Roofs in Highfield get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Southampton. Our Southampton coverage includes Highfield and the places around it.
Every address in SO17, SO16 and SO14 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Winn Road, Nile Road and The Avenue, all of which we cover. Highfield sits on or near the A3035, which makes travel easy. We also cover Bassett (1 mile north-west), Shirley (2 miles west), Lordswood (2 miles north-west), Freemantle (2 miles south-west) and Coxford (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Thornhill (3 miles south-east), Harefield (3 miles east), Sholing (3 miles south-east), Woolston (3 miles south), Eling (4 miles west) and Rownhams (3 miles north-west).
Around Highfield
In Highfield, that means homes and buildings near Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton, Richard Taunton Sixth Form College and The Cowherds Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Highfield is St Denys station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Royal South Hants Hospital (1.2 miles south) and Marlands Shopping Centre (1.7 miles south). Not far away are Netley Common.