Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Hurley
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Hurley, with photos and a clear written report.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
About our thermal roof survey in Hurley
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There is an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. Common reasons to book are missing or slipped insulation and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, across pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof.
In a small place like Hurley, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Hurley (SL6)
- Region
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
Drones, thermal imaging and Hurley roofs
With Harleyford Manor about 0.6 miles north, Hurley sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Hotels and guest houses near Hurley cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Take a building like Danesfield School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Hurley is about 2 miles south-west of Marlow, in Windsor and Maidenhead. We cover Hurley and the rest of Windsor and Maidenhead, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SL6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Hurley High Street, Bell Court and Shepherds Close and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Frogmill (1 mile west), Danesfield (1 mile north-west), Bockmer End (1 mile north-west), Medmenham (2 miles north-west) and Warren Row (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidenhead (4 miles south-east), Windsor (9 miles south-east), Boyn Hill (4 miles south-east), North Ascot (10 miles south-east), Cookham (4 miles east) and Furze Platt (3 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hurley
Around Hurley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rising Sun pub and Sir William Borlase's Grammar School, among other places. The closest station to Hurley is Marlow station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Marlow Museum (2.1 miles north-east) and Marlow Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Hurley includes Weycock Hill and Carpenter's Wood.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. The camera can point to gaps and thin areas in the insulation, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Around Hurley, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hurley
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Hurley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We check the roof from ground level, 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.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Hurley questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hurley?
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.
Do you cover Hurley?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Hurley is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It often helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It is used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone cannot prove a leak.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
We’ll typically ask about:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. We check those patches with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photographs and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, alongside what we recommend. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.