Hampshire · London and the South East
Little Hoddington Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Little Hoddington and across Hampshire.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we will say what would help next, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
Thermal roof survey in Little Hoddington: what you get
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, something you cannot usually tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces, and common reasons people get in touch are wet areas near outlets and upstands and cold spots on ceilings under the roof.
Villages like Little Hoddington frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Little Hoddington (RG25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- 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
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Little Hoddington
Landlords, agents and building managers in Little Hoddington and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Little Hoddington can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Questions from Little Hoddington
Is drone flying allowed in Little Hoddington?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Little Hoddington is about 3 miles from RAF Odiham, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you cover smaller places like Little Hoddington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can be useful, though pitched roofs are usually harder to read. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we also look from the loft where it’s safe.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, and moisture readings are used to check it.
When to book a survey in Little Hoddington
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We combine the images with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Water frequently gets in where roofs meet walls, parapets or valley gutters. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.
Airspace, weather and Little Hoddington roofs
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s 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. RAF Odiham is about 3 miles from Little Hoddington. If your survey includes the drone, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first.
For any home in Little Hoddington, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Little Hoddington is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cover Little Hoddington and the rest of Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG25. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Bidden Road, South Hill and Meadowside. Other places close to Little Hoddington include Bidden (1 mile east), South Warnborough (1 mile south-east), Greywell (2 miles north-east), Up Nately (2 miles north) and Long Sutton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (6 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Little Hoddington
In Little Hoddington, that means homes and buildings near Hoddington Arms Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Hook station, roughly 3.7 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Odiham Castle (2.6 miles north-east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Little Hoddington include Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.