Hampshire · London and the South East
Milford on Sea Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Milford on Sea, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Stains that keep coming back
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. A visit to Milford on Sea is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Thermal roof survey in Milford on Sea: what you get
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There’s an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. We survey flat roofs, pitched roof slopes and commercial roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gaps in loft insulation and damp that repairs haven’t cured.
In smaller places like Milford on Sea, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from the ground. The parts you can’t see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. Both depend on the weather on the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images frequently show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from the ground.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Milford on Sea (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Many single-ply and EPDM roofs sit on insulation boards. Wet boards can show as temperature differences on the images.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. The camera can give clues to where it’s sitting, when the conditions allow.
What we can’t see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
What we are asked to look at in Milford on Sea
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. Patterns can point to wet areas and show which parts look sound, so we know where to take moisture readings.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Cold areas below the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
What to check before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What insurance they carry
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Useful tips for Milford on Sea property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Thermal roof surveys in Milford on Sea: local notes
Milford on Sea lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Anyone responsible for a site like Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Milford on Sea is about 3 miles south-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Roofs in Milford on Sea get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: SO41. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Love Lane and Greenbanks Close. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Lymore (1 mile north-east), Keyhaven (1 mile east), Everton (1 mile north), Lower Pennington (2 miles north-east) and Pennington (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Totton (14 miles north), Hythe (13 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles north-west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west), Barton on Sea (3 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Milford on Sea
In Milford on Sea, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion Public House and Priestlands School. For rail, the closest station is Lymington Town station, roughly 3.4 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Yarmouth Castle (4.3 miles east) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Milford on Sea includes Milford on Sea LNR and Tennyson Down.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Milford on Sea
Is Milford on Sea in the area you cover?
Yes, Milford on Sea is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Milford on Sea is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
What does the report include?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when you book.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.