Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Ibsley, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Ibsley. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
How a thermal roof survey works in Ibsley
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. The camera does not see water itself, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. Typical surveys look at leaks that are hard to trace and cold areas below the roof, on pitched roof slopes, flat roofs and commercial roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Ibsley, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Ibsley (BH24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Ibsley
Is Ibsley within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ibsley?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, but we check each finding with moisture readings.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
What’s in the report?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Thermal roof surveys in Ibsley: local notes
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Martins, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Ibsley is in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Ibsley, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Thermal roof surveys in BH24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Mockbeggar Lane and Salisbury Road. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Mockbeggar (1 mile east), Harbridge (1 mile north-west), Rockford (1 mile south-east), Ellingham (1 mile south-west) and South Gorley (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (11 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles south) and Barton on Sea (11 miles south-east).
Around Ibsley
In Ibsley, that means homes and buildings near The Old Beams Inn. Other landmarks nearby include Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2.9 miles north) and Godshill Castle Hill (4.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
Nearby places to Ibsley
Other services in Ibsley
What happens if roof problems are left?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection cannot give. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. In a small place like Ibsley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why us?
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- A formal energy assessment
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ibsley
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
What affects the price in Ibsley
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
- When you need the report by
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common roof problems in Ibsley
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. Patterns can point to wet areas and show which parts look sound, so we know where to take moisture readings.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
In and around Ibsley, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Ibsley, access is usually 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.
- We check the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt roofs often show wet areas as patches that differ from the rest. We check those patches with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.