Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Ibthorpe, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Ibthorpe.
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Thermal roof survey in Ibthorpe: what you get
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp isn’t obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. If you’ve noticed damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and water that travels before it shows, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Ibthorpe, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Ibthorpe (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ibthorpe
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Other services in Ibthorpe
Drones, thermal imaging and Ibthorpe roofs
Stargroves, about 4.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ibthorpe. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Take a building like Hurstbourne Tarrant Church of England Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Ibthorpe is about 5 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Ibthorpe, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: SP11. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Hurstbourne Tarrant (1 mile south-east), Stoke (2 miles south-east), Upper Enham (2 miles south), Wildhern (2 miles south-west) and Little London (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (15 miles east), Andover (5 miles south), Tadley (15 miles east), Tidworth (9 miles west), Kempshott (14 miles east) and Ludgershall (7 miles west).
Near you in Ibthorpe
We work in homes and buildings around George And Dragon Public House, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.9 miles south). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Pilot Hill.
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Ibthorpe, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Why act early in Ibthorpe
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection can’t give. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. Older and listed buildings around Ibthorpe may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Ibthorpe questions
Is Ibthorpe in the area you cover?
Yes, Ibthorpe is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Ibthorpe listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast as you book.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.