Surrey · London and the South East
Mid Holmwood Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Mid Holmwood and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
Drones, thermal imaging and Mid Holmwood roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St John the Evangelist, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Polesden Lacey, about 4.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Mid Holmwood. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself. Anyone responsible for a site like St John's Church of England Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Mid Holmwood is about 2 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We provide thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Mid Holmwood and the surrounding area. Across Surrey, we cover Mid Holmwood and the places around it. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
All of RH5 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Horsham Road, Swallow Lane and Mid Holmwood Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Mid Holmwood, we cover North Holmwood (1 mile north-east), Blackbrook (1 mile north-east), Dorking (2 miles north), Westcott (2 miles north-west) and Wotton (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (11 miles north).
What’s near Mid Holmwood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Inholms Clay Pit, The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School and The Norfolk Arms and the streets around them. Mid Holmwood’s nearest station is Holmwood station, roughly 1.6 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Betchworth Castle (2.7 miles north-east) and Mesolithic Museum (3.4 miles west). Not far away are Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
How a thermal roof survey works in Mid Holmwood
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. If you’ve noticed moisture around outlets and upstands and leaks that are hard to trace, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Mid Holmwood, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Mid Holmwood (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Mid Holmwood
What else we do in Mid Holmwood
Why get it checked now?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. The camera can point to gaps and thin areas in the insulation, so you know where to put things right. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Proving moisture from the images alone
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Mid Holmwood
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Mid Holmwood often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- 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.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
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.
FAQs for Mid Holmwood
Do you carry out roof surveys in Mid Holmwood?
Yes, Mid Holmwood is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Mid Holmwood?
Yes, Mid Holmwood is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, which we then check with moisture readings.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Mid Holmwood
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.