Portsmouth · London and the South East
Landport Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Landport. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Thermal roof survey in Landport
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. If you’re worried about damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and damp that repairs haven’t cured, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around Landport, lots of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from the ground.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Landport (PO1, PO2, PO5)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Landport
Landport is within about 1 mile of the coast. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from ground level, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
If you run a business near Tricorn Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help most. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Landport is about 1 mile south-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. From houses to flats and shops in Landport, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Portsmouth, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in PO1, PO2 and PO5 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Lake Road, Watts Road and Alfred Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Landport: Portsmouth (1 mile north-east), Fratton (1 mile east), Rudmore (1 mile north), Kingston (1 mile east) and North End (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north), Cosham (3 miles north), Drayton (3 miles north-east) and Farlington (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Landport
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Painters Arms, St Edmund's Catholic School and Alexandra Park. There is a railway station in Landport itself: Portsmouth & Southsea station. Nearby you’ll also find Royal Portsmouth Hospital (less than half a mile south-west) and Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (within half a mile north). For a walk, there’s Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Parking around Landport is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Keep pets in another room
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Landport?
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
If you look after a building such as Ark Dickens Primary Academy, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What insurance they carry
Other services in Landport
Common questions in Landport
Do you cover Landport?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Landport?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it helps to know how much of it is actually wet. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you commit. Arranging work in a smaller place like Landport is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Landport
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Landport
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What affects the price in Landport
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes