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Thermal Roof Survey in Lee-on-the-Solent
Wondering about the roof at a property in Lee-on-the-Solent? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Lee-on-the-Solent and across Hampshire.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof survey in Lee-on-the-Solent
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are frequently harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. We survey pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about damp around chimneys and parapets and leaks that are hard to trace.
Around Lee-on-the-Solent, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Lee-on-the-Solent (PO13)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Lee-on-the-Solent property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
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.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
When to book a survey in Lee-on-the-Solent
Building owners and managing agents use thermal surveys to plan work on larger flat roofs. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so we know where to take moisture readings.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Water that travels before it shows
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
The streets around a church such as Church of St Faith are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a survey in Lee-on-the-Solent, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- 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.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Lee-on-the-Solent, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Honest limits
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Lee-on-the-Solent
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
Questions from Lee-on-the-Solent
Are there drone restrictions around Lee-on-the-Solent?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Lee-on-the-Solent is about 2 miles from Solent Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Will you come out to Lee-on-the-Solent?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It often helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It’s used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone cannot prove a leak.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Drones, thermal imaging and Lee-on-the-Solent roofs
Lee-on-the-Solent lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. 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. Lee-on-the-Solent is about 2 miles from Solent Airport. Where the drone is part of the survey, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first.
Historic houses such as Osborne House, about 4.9 miles south-west, show how far back building around Lee-on-the-Solent goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Fareham Shopping Centre, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
Lee-on-the-Solent is about 2 miles west of Gosport, in Hampshire. Surveys in Lee-on-the-Solent work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small.
Every address in PO13 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include High Street, Victoria Square and Wheatcroft Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Crofton (1 mile north), Peel Common (1 mile north), Rowner (2 miles north-east), Bridgemary (2 miles north-east) and Gosport (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Havant (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (13 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-west) and Hedge End (9 miles north-west).
Around Lee-on-the-Solent
We work in homes and buildings around Crofton School and Baycroft School. The closest station to Lee-on-the-Solent is Fareham station, roughly 3.5 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Fareham Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (2.1 miles east). For a walk, there’s West of the River Alver.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Places near Lee-on-the-Solent
Other services in Lee-on-the-Solent
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
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 with the addresses.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.