Essex · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Matching Tye, Essex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Matching Tye. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Matching Tye
Will you come out to Matching Tye?
Yes, Matching Tye is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you cover Matching Tye?
Yes, Matching Tye is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. 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’s disturbed.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Thermal roof survey in Matching Tye
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. We survey commercial roofs, ceilings below the roof and insulated roof spaces, and people most often book us about wet insulation beneath the membrane and damp that repairs haven’t cured.
In a small place like Matching Tye, open ground can mean strong wind. 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.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Matching Tye (CM17)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- An energy rating for the building
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Matching Tye
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
Thermal roof surveys in Matching Tye: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. About 4.5 miles north-east lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Matching Tye has been built on. 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.
Matching Tye is about 3 miles east of Harlow, in Essex. We provide thermal roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Matching Tye and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Every address in CM17 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Rainbow Road and Harlow Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Matching Tye include Matching (1 mile north-east), Housham Tye (1 mile west), Loyter's Green (1 mile south), Newman's End (1 mile north) and Magdalen Laver (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles east), Harlow (3 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south-east), Billericay (14 miles south-east), Loughton (11 miles south-west) and Waltham Abbey (10 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Matching Tye
Typical jobs here are in homes near Gibberd Garden, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Harlow Mill station, about 2.7 miles west. Nearby you will also find Harlow Mill (2.9 miles west) and Mark Hall Cycle Museum (2.9 miles west). Not far away are Sawbridgeworth Marsh.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Matching Tye often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Useful tips for Matching Tye property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Matching Tye?
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Common reasons to book include:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Cold areas below the roof
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their report turnaround times
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
What happens if roof problems are left?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection can’t give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. In a place like Matching Tye, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
All our prices include VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Inside the roof space, thermal images can help with damp around stacks, valleys and roof windows. Findings are checked with moisture readings.