Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Kimpton, Hampshire
Thermal roof surveys in Kimpton and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
How a thermal roof survey works in Kimpton
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We’ll discuss the weather with you when booking, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. If you’ve noticed leaks far from where the stain appears and water getting in at parapets and stacks, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Kimpton are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Kimpton (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Kimpton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
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.
Common questions in Kimpton
Is my home in Kimpton listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Kimpton?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it cannot be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials frequently behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Thermal roof surveys around Kimpton
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
For any home in Kimpton, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Kimpton is about 5 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We visit Kimpton as part of our work across Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SP11 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Local streets include Cow Lane, Deacon Road and Down Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Great Shoddesden (1 mile north), Perham Down (2 miles north-west), Ludgershall (2 miles north-west), Tidworth (3 miles west) and Shipton Bellinger (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Andover (5 miles east), Whitchurch (11 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Harestock (15 miles south-east), Overton (15 miles east) and Picket Piece (7 miles east).
What’s near Kimpton
The nearest railway station is Grateley station, about 3.9 miles south. A little further out are Ludgershall Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.6 miles east). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
Common roof problems in Kimpton
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Water that travels before it shows
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What happens if roof problems are left?
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. In a small place like Kimpton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
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What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- An energy rating for the building
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.