Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Hordle, Hampshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Hordle and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Cold areas below the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
Thermal roof survey in Hordle
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. We survey pitched roof slopes, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are stains that keep coming back and cold spots on ceilings under the roof.
Around Hordle, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Hordle (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- File the images with your roof records
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Hordle
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Drones, thermal imaging and Hordle roofs
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Hordle, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. 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 is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Historic houses such as Highcliffe Castle, about 4.4 miles west, show how far back building around Hordle goes. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Hordle is about 3 miles west of Lymington, in Hampshire. We cover Hordle and the rest of Hampshire. Our Hampshire coverage includes Hordle. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SO41 is covered for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Yerville Gardens, Acacia Road and Woodlands. Other places close to Hordle include Downton (1 mile south), Leagreen (1 mile south), Ashley (1 mile west), Tiptoe (2 miles north) and New Milton (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (3 miles east), Hythe (12 miles north-east), Ringwood (9 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (11 miles north-east) and Marchwood (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Hordle
Around Hordle, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Arnewood School and the streets around them. The closest station to Hordle is New Milton station, roughly 1.7 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (2.4 miles west) and Highcliffe Castle (4.4 miles west). Open spaces near Hordle include Milford on Sea LNR.
How the survey works
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 typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a smaller place like Hordle, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Questions from Hordle
Do you cover smaller places like Hordle?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you cover Hordle?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. It shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can help, but the results are frequently less clear than on a flat roof. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. It is used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone can’t prove a leak.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below frequently show. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.