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Lucas Green Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Lucas Green and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
The survey, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Lucas Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
How a thermal roof survey works in Lucas Green
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We talk through the forecast as you book, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We’re frequently asked to look into possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and damp patches with no obvious cause, across loft conversions, pitched roof slopes and ceilings below the roof.
In a small place like Lucas Green, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Lucas Green (GU24)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. Outbuildings and barns around Lucas Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Lucas Green
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Because the images are paired with photos, it is easy to find each area on the roof.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Towns and villages near Lucas Green
What else we do in Lucas Green
FAQs for Lucas Green
Do you cover Lucas Green?
Yes, Lucas Green is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Lucas Green as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Lucas Green?
Yes, Lucas Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
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.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Drones, thermal imaging and Lucas Green roofs
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you run a business near The Peacocks, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof. The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Take a building like Bisley CofE Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Lucas Green is about 3 miles west of Woking, in Surrey. We visit Lucas Green as part of our work across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. Across Surrey, we cover Lucas Green and the places around it. There is also a page for Guildford.
Every address in GU24 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Lucas Green: Donkey Town (1 mile north-west), West End (1 mile north-east), Bisley (1 mile south-east), Penny Pot (1 mile north-east) and Sheet's Heath (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south-east), Woking (3 miles east), Camberley (4 miles west), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Egham (8 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Lucas Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bisley and West End Commons and Gordon's School and the streets around them. The closest station to Lucas Green is Brookwood station, about 2.1 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Peacocks (3.9 miles east) and Brookwood Hospital (1.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Brookwood Lye.