Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Monk Sherborne, Hampshire
Thermal roof surveys in Monk Sherborne from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
How a thermal roof survey works in Monk Sherborne
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. 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. We are frequently asked to look into ceilings that feel colder in places and water that travels before it shows, on loft conversions, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Monk Sherborne may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Monk Sherborne (RG26)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Water often gets in where roofs meet walls, parapets or valley gutters. Thermal imaging can help show damp patterns around them.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- 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
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Monk Sherborne, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in Monk Sherborne
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Stains that keep coming back
Shop and office owners around The Malls may find that big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Airspace, weather and Monk Sherborne roofs
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. With The Vyne about 1.7 miles east, Monk Sherborne sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like The Priory Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Monk Sherborne is about 3 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Monk Sherborne gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Monk Sherborne is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading.
All of RG26 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on The Close, Ramsdell Road and Salters Heath Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Salters Heath (1 mile north-east), Charter Alley (1 mile north-west), Pamber End (1 mile north), Ramsdell (1 mile north-west) and West Heath (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (3 miles south), Fleet (13 miles east), Alton (13 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles east), Tadley (3 miles north) and Hook (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Monk Sherborne
We work in homes and buildings around Everest Community Academy, among other places. The closest station to Monk Sherborne is Basingstoke station, roughly 3.1 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Park Prewett Hospital (1.8 miles south) and Basing House (4.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Daneshill Park Woods.
Nearby places to Monk Sherborne
What else we do in Monk Sherborne
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Common questions in Monk Sherborne
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Monk Sherborne?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Monk Sherborne within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.