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Thermal imaging roof survey in Mogador, Surrey
Thermal roof surveys around Mogador, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are frequently laid over insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. Moisture readings are used to check them.
Thermal roof survey in Mogador: what you get
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. We survey insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and patches of heat loss across the roof.
Somewhere as small as Mogador, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Mogador (KT20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- An energy rating for the building
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
What we’re asked to look at in Mogador
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where applicable, with a report the same day, which suits a purchase that is moving quickly.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
For businesses in and around places such as The Belfry, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from above or with a thermal imager.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Nearby places to Mogador
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
FAQs for Mogador
Do you cover smaller places like Mogador?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you cover Mogador?
Yes, Mogador is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Thermal roof surveys in Mogador: local notes
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Kingswood Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. For an older house near a landmark like Church of Jesus Christ and the Wisdom of God, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Mogador is about 2 miles north-west of Reigate, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Mogador can all book thermal roof surveys. Mogador is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for thermal roof surveys. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Thermal roof surveys in KT20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Margery Grove and Mogador Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Mogador: Margery (1 mile east), Lower Kingswood (1 mile north-east), Walton on the Hill (2 miles north-west), Reigate (2 miles south-east) and Buckland (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (15 miles west), Epsom (6 miles north), Horley (6 miles south), Redhill (3 miles south-east), Ewell (7 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-west).
What’s near Mogador
In Mogador, that means homes and buildings near Reigate College, Betchworth Quarry and Lime Kilns and The Sportsman pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Reigate station, about 1.6 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (3.2 miles north-west) and Reigate Castle (1.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Mogador can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.