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Thermal imaging roof survey in Hurst Green, Surrey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Hurst Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Stains that keep coming back
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Hurst Green: your questions answered
Is my home in Hurst Green listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover Hurst Green?
Yes, Hurst Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hurst Green
A thermal survey isn’t a quick fix for every roof problem. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. 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 don’t. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are wet areas near outlets and upstands and patches of heat loss across the roof.
In a small place like Hurst Green, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong 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 Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Hurst Green (RH8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Around Hurst Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Hurst Green
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Heat escaping through the roof
Take a building like Hurst Green Infant School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Different roofs, different checks
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Water often gets in where roofs meet walls, parapets or valley gutters. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. We explain what can and can’t be read from them.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Places near Hurst Green
Other services in Hurst Green
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Hurst Green
With Titsey Place about 2.3 miles north, Hurst Green sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as St Agatha's Hall are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Hurst Green is about 1 mile south of Oxted, in Surrey. In Hurst Green, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Thermal roof surveys in RH8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets like Oast Road, Spring Lane and Quarry Road. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Oxted (1 mile north), Limpsfield (1 mile north-east), Pains-Hill (1 mile east), Tandridge (2 miles west) and Merle Common (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south-west), Redhill (7 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (9 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Hurst Green
We work in homes and buildings around Hazelwood School and Oxted School and the streets around them. Hurst Green has its own railway station: Hurst Green station. Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (4 miles south) and Bletchingley Castle (4.6 miles west). The countryside around Hurst Green includes Bay Pond and Botley Hill.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Hurst Green
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
For a price for your roof in Hurst Green, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.