Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Middle Aston Thermal Roof Survey
Independent thermal roof surveys in Middle Aston. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Parapet and valley gutters can overflow inside a building. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Thermal roof survey in Middle Aston: what you get
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. Where something cannot be confirmed, we say what would help next. If you’ve noticed stains that keep coming back and cold areas below the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Villages like Middle Aston often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Middle Aston (OX25)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Middle Aston roofs
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Take a building like Dr Radcliffe's Church of England Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Middle Aston is about 7 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Middle Aston are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Thermal roof surveys in OX25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Steeple Aston (1 mile south), North Aston (1 mile north), Duns Tew (1 mile north-west), Dane Hill (2 miles north) and Steeple Barton (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (9 miles north), Bicester (7 miles east), Witney (13 miles south-west), Kidlington (8 miles south) and Headington Quarry (13 miles south).
Landmarks near Middle Aston
Typical jobs here are in homes near Red Lion pub. The closest station to Middle Aston is Heyford station, about 1.5 miles south. Nearby you will also find Deddington Castle (2.9 miles north).
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Middle Aston, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Middle Aston
Landlords and agents in Middle Aston book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A damp patch that keeps coming back usually has a cause that hasn’t been found. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, instead of trying repair after repair. In a place like Middle Aston, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
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 us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Nearby places to Middle Aston
What else we do in Middle Aston
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- A formal energy assessment
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
Middle Aston questions
Will you come out to Middle Aston?
Yes, Middle Aston is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you cover Middle Aston?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Middle Aston is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Can a thermal camera see water?
The camera does not see water itself. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, and moisture readings are used to check it.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there is safe access.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What affects the price in Middle Aston
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.