Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Lower Farringdon, Hampshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Lower Farringdon. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
Thermal roof survey in Lower Farringdon
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, something you can’t typically tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. Typical surveys look at patches of heat loss across the roof and water getting in at parapets and stacks, across insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and commercial roofs.
In a small place like Lower Farringdon, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong 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 written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Lower Farringdon (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Lower Farringdon, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A report with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Lower Farringdon
Some defects simply cannot be seen with the eye. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are often invisible from outside. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What affects the price in Lower Farringdon
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where the property is, with the postcode
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Lower Farringdon, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Preparing for the visit
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Thermal roof surveys in Lower Farringdon: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. Bentworth Hall, about 3.5 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lower Farringdon. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Lower Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Lower Farringdon, we can survey the roof. Our Hampshire coverage includes Lower Farringdon and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Surveys in GU34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Gosport Road, Brightstone Lane and Shirnall Meadow, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Lower Farringdon: Farringdon (1 mile east), Upper Farringdon (1 mile east), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (14 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Near you in Lower Farringdon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Royal Oak pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Alton station, roughly 3 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Alton Community Hospital (2 miles north) and The Romany Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Lower Farringdon include Red Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
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.
Lower Farringdon: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Lower Farringdon?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Lower Farringdon is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
No, not on its own. It shows temperature, and wet materials frequently behave differently from dry ones. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. We check what it shows with moisture readings.