Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Ladwell, Hampshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof across Ladwell, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ladwell
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. It is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. We survey flat roofs, commercial roofs and loft conversions, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are wet insulation beneath the membrane and leaks far from where the stain appears.
Older buildings in small places like Ladwell may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Ladwell (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Loft insulation
The difference is clearest when the home is heated and it’s cold out. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Problems where roof slopes and walls meet are frequently hidden. A careful visual inspection goes alongside the images.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Ladwell?
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when it is warm inside and cold outside.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Anyone responsible for a site like John Keble Church of England Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before booking anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What insurance they carry
Flying and imaging in Ladwell
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Ladwell is about 2 miles north of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Ladwell can all book thermal roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Ladwell is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Thermal roof surveys in SO21 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Hursley (1 mile north), Otterbourne (2 miles east), Compton (2 miles east), South Down (2 miles east) and Oliver's Battery (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (5 miles north-east), Eastleigh (4 miles south-east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (8 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Near you in Ladwell
In Ladwell, that means homes and buildings near Thornden School and The Dolphin Inn, among other places. Ladwell’s nearest station is Chandlers Ford station, about 2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Winchester Castle (4.6 miles north-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (4.2 miles west). The countryside around Ladwell includes Flexford Nature Reserve.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Ladwell, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Nearby places to Ladwell
Other services in Ladwell
Common questions in Ladwell
Is Ladwell within the area you cover?
Yes, Ladwell is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ladwell?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What do I do with the report?
You will get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
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 back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.