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Letcombe Bassett Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Letcombe Bassett and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof survey in Letcombe Bassett
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. It is useful to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We talk through the forecast when you book, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. Common reasons to book are damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and leaks that are hard to trace, across ceilings below the roof, insulated roof spaces and commercial roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Letcombe Bassett, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Letcombe Bassett (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Letcombe Bassett
Repeated repairs that do not stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, rather than more guesswork. In a small place like Letcombe Bassett, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- A photo-illustrated written report
- An independent view of the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
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Other services in Letcombe Bassett
Roof by roof
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. We use the camera and moisture readings to help follow it.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. The camera can give clues to where it is sitting, given suitable conditions on the day.
When to book a survey in Letcombe Bassett
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain when the conditions on the day are suitable.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How soon the report will arrive
What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Letcombe Bassett, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 be seen safely.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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What a thermal roof survey looks like in Letcombe Bassett
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Whatever the street in Letcombe Bassett, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Letcombe Bassett is about 3 miles south-west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Letcombe Bassett is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Letcombe Bassett. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Surveys in OX12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Gramp's Hill, Forsters Lane and Bassett Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Letcombe Bassett include Letcombe Regis (1 mile north-east), Childrey (2 miles north-west), East Challow (2 miles north), West Challow (2 miles north) and Wantage (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Carterton (15 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east), Faringdon (8 miles north-west) and Wallingford (14 miles east).
Around Letcombe Bassett
Green spaces nearby include Chain Hill and Letcombe Valley.
Common questions in Letcombe Bassett
Do you cover Letcombe Bassett?
Yes, Letcombe Bassett is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Letcombe Bassett listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Can a thermal camera see water?
The camera doesn’t see water itself. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Letcombe Bassett
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
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.