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Thermal imaging roof survey in Horley, Oxfordshire
Thermal roof surveys in Horley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Horley?
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Shop and office owners around Castle Quay Shopping Centre may find that large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
About our thermal roof survey in Horley
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you’re worried about areas of a flat roof that may hold water and leaks that are hard to trace, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Horley frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
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
- Horley (OX15)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We look at cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there’s a pattern around them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On larger commercial single-ply roofs, thermal imaging can help target moisture readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
Can I check my roof myself?
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, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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.
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The roof’s overall size
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Horley
About 3.2 miles west lies Upton House, a reminder of how long the area around Horley has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire frequently have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Take an older house close to Church of St Ethelreda: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you look after a building like North Oxfordshire Academy, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Horley is about 3 miles north-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Horley can all book thermal roof surveys. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Horley and the places around it. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across OX15 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Manor Orchard and Little Lane. We also cover the places around Horley: Wroxton (1 mile south), Drayton (2 miles south-east), Neithrop (3 miles south-east) and Ruscote (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Banbury (3 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (12 miles south-west), Grimsbury (4 miles south-east), Bloxham (5 miles south), Bodicote (5 miles south-east) and Upper Heyford (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Horley
We work in homes and buildings around Red Lion pub. Horley’s nearest station is Banbury station, about 3.5 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Horton General Hospital (3.6 miles south-east) and Castle Quay Shopping Centre (3.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Crouch Hill.
What else we do in Horley
Common questions in Horley
Do you cover Horley?
Yes, Horley is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Horley as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How fast do I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Horley, access is typically 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.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.