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Thermal Roof Survey in Lee Common
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Lee Common and across Buckinghamshire, with plain-English findings.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Lee Common
Cholesbury Manor House, about 2.3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lee Common. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you look after a building such as Lee Common Church of England School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Lee Common is about 3 miles west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. We visit Lee Common as part of our work across Buckinghamshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
All of HP16 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Oxford Street, Prince's Lane and Cherry Tree Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Lee Common, we cover Ballinger Common (1 mile south-east), Swan Bottom (1 mile north-west), South Heath (1 mile south), Chartridge (2 miles east) and St Leonards (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (8 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south), Chesham (3 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south), Amersham (5 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (8 miles south).
Local landmarks in Lee Common
Around Lee Common, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Misbourne School and The Bugle pub and the streets around them. Lee Common’s nearest station is Great Missenden station, roughly 2 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Chiltern Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre (2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Lee Common include Sands Bank and Pavis Wood.
About our thermal roof survey in Lee Common
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey insulated roof spaces, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damp that repairs haven’t cured and wet areas near outlets and upstands.
Older buildings in small places like Lee Common may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Lee Common (HP16)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Lee Common
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What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. For a village or hamlet like Lee Common, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. We explain what can and cannot be read from them.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Lee Common?
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.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
The streets around a church like St Mary's 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.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Photograph damp patches with the date
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lee Common
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Lee Common: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lee Common?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Lee Common as anywhere else.
Is my home in Lee Common listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email 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 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 a thermal camera see water?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, but we check each finding with moisture readings.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.