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Little Atherfield Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Little Atherfield, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
How a thermal roof survey works in Little Atherfield
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photographs, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you’ve noticed areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions and missing or slipped insulation, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Little Atherfield, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Little Atherfield (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Little Atherfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- 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.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Little Atherfield
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Little Atherfield
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Little Atherfield. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- An energy rating for the building
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
Little Atherfield questions
Is Little Atherfield within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Little Atherfield is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
It records surface temperature across the roof. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, which we then check with moisture readings.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
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Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- File the images with your roof records
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the roof space.
Thermal roof surveys in Little Atherfield: local notes
Little Atherfield lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
For any home in Little Atherfield, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. Wolverton Manor lies about 1.6 miles north, so building around Little Atherfield goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Little Atherfield is about 6 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out thermal roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Little Atherfield. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Little Atherfield. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We cover every part of PO38 for thermal roof surveys. Other places close to Little Atherfield include Atherfield Green (1 mile south-east), Pyle (1 mile south-east), Chale Green (1 mile east), Shorwell (2 miles north) and Thorncross (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Newport (6 miles north), Ryde (11 miles north-east), Cowes (10 miles north), Sandown (9 miles east), Shanklin (7 miles east) and Ventnor (6 miles east). If you are somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning.
What’s near Little Atherfield
A little further out are Whitecroft Hospital (4.3 miles north-east) and The Dinosaur Farm Museum (1.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Brighstone Down.