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Thermal Roof Survey in Hornton
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Hornton. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
Thermal roof surveys in Hornton: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. With Upton House about 1.6 miles west, Hornton sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hornton Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Hornton is about 4 miles north-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. In Hornton, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Thermal roof surveys in OX15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets like Pages Lane, The Green and Eastgate, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Hornton, we cover Ratley (2 miles north-west), Edgehill (2 miles north-west) and Sun Rising (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Banbury (4 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (12 miles south-west), Neithrop (4 miles south-east), Grimsbury (5 miles south-east), Ruscote (4 miles south-east) and Bloxham (6 miles south).
Around Hornton
Well-known places in the area include Horton General Hospital (5.1 miles south-east) and Hanwell Castle (2.8 miles east). Not far away are Edge Hill.
About our thermal roof survey in Hornton
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. The camera does not see water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. If you’ve noticed damp around chimneys and parapets and thin or uneven insulation in the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, on ceilings below the roof, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs alike.
In a small place like Hornton, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Hornton (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Hornton
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when there’s a clear difference between inside and outside.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Cold areas below the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Baptist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What happens after the report arrives
- What experience they bring
- How long the report takes to arrive
FAQs for Hornton
Do you cover Hornton?
Yes, Hornton is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Hornton?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. 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 is disturbed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hornton and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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.
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Checking the roof from the ground
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Hornton, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Useful tips for Hornton property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is often moved when people work in the roof space.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.