West Berkshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Hollington, West Berkshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Hollington, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
About our thermal roof survey in Hollington
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. The difference shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. Common reasons to book are water that travels before it shows and stains that keep coming back, across pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and commercial roofs.
Villages like Hollington frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Hollington (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Hollington
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
Take an older house close to Church of St Thomas: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Hollington: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hollington?
Yes, Hollington is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Hollington listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
Conditions on the day affect the results. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Hollington?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
The camera doesn’t see water itself. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, and moisture readings are used to check it.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you contact us
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Airspace, weather and Hollington roofs
Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
With Stargroves about 0.8 miles north-west, the area around Hollington has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Thomas' Church of England Infant School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Hollington is about 5 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in Hollington, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Hollington is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG20 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Highclere (1 mile north-east), Woolton Hill (2 miles north-east), Penwood (2 miles north-east), Ball Hill (2 miles north) and Enborne Row (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (5 miles north-east), Thatcham (8 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (15 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles north-east), Hungerford (7 miles north-west) and Lambourn (13 miles north-west).
Near you in Hollington
The closest station to Hollington is Kintbury station, about 4.9 miles north-west. A little further out are Newbury Castle (4.2 miles north). For a walk, there is Kintbury Newt Ponds and Pilot Hill.
Useful tips for Hollington property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, alongside what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and colder outside. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Hollington, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.