Hampshire · London and the South East
Michelmersh Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Michelmersh. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in Michelmersh
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. Typical surveys look at heat escaping through the roof and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, across pitched roof slopes, ceilings below the roof and loft conversions.
In a village or hamlet like Michelmersh, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Michelmersh (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it helps to know how much of it is actually wet. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you spend. For an older or listed building in a place like Michelmersh, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Michelmersh
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Michelmersh, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Michelmersh roofs
The wider area around Michelmersh has a long history of building, with Mottisfont Abbey about 1.2 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
Michelmersh is about 3 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. Michelmersh gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Southampton is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: SO51. You will find streets like Yew Tree Lane, Staff Road and Haccups Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Timsbury (1 mile south), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-west), Kimbridge (1 mile west), Mottisfont (1 mile west) and Dunbridge (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (12 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
Around Michelmersh
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Malthouse Inn. The closest station to Michelmersh is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 1.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include King Johns House (3 miles south) and Romsey Community Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
When to book a survey in Michelmersh
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What experience they bring
Landlord and commercial surveys in Michelmersh
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Michelmersh: your questions answered
Do you cover Michelmersh?
Yes, Michelmersh is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Michelmersh?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
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 is safe.
How do I book a survey in Michelmersh?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- File the images with your roof records
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
Where a pattern can’t be confirmed, the report says what could help, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.