Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Lychpit, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Lychpit, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Thermal roof survey in Lychpit: what you get
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Leaks frequently run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey flat roofs, commercial roofs and loft conversions, and people most often book us about areas of a flat roof that may hold water and leaks that are hard to trace.
Somewhere as small as Lychpit, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Lychpit (RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys in Lychpit: local notes
The wider area around Lychpit has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 3 miles north-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you run a business near Festival Place, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera. Take a building like Old Basing Infant School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Lychpit is about 2 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Lychpit can all book thermal roof surveys. Lychpit is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for thermal roof surveys. Reading is in our area too.
Surveys in RG24 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Park Lane, Crown Lane and Manor Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Old Basing (1 mile east), Eastrop (1 mile west), Chineham (1 mile north), Oakridge (2 miles west) and Mapledurwell (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (13 miles east), Alton (9 miles south), Yateley (11 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Lychpit
In Lychpit, that means homes and buildings near The Costello School, Eastrop Park and The Crown Public House and the streets around them. Lychpit’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (2.6 miles west) and Basing House (within half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Rural addresses near Lychpit can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Lychpit
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The roof’s overall size
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Different roofs, different checks
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Water often gets in where roofs meet walls, parapets or valley gutters. Thermal imaging can help show damp patterns around them.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
From inside the loft, the camera can help with damp around chimneys, valleys and roof windows. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Why it is worth a survey now in Lychpit
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. For older village homes like those around Lychpit, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Common questions in Lychpit
Do you cover smaller places like Lychpit?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lychpit?
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. It shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
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 can’t confirm water on its own.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.