Hampshire · London and the South East
Netley Thermal Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Netley from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Heat escaping through the roof
Why it is worth a survey now in Netley
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. In a smaller place like Netley, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Netley
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- PI and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Netley
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. Common reasons to book are gaps in loft insulation and water getting in at parapets and stacks, on flat roofs, ceilings below the roof and pitched roof slopes.
Older cottages and houses around Netley may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Netley (SO31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a survey in Netley, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Netley, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Netley
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.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold areas below the roof
With Medieval Merchant's House about 3 miles north-west, the area around Netley has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
Towns and villages near Netley
What else we do in Netley
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Netley
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
Landlord and commercial surveys in Netley
Landlords and letting agents in Netley book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
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.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Netley
Netley lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Shop and office owners around Westquay may find that big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Edward the Confessor, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Netley is about 3 miles north-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Netley, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Netley is one of the places in Hampshire we cover.
Thermal roof surveys in SO31 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Station Road, The Crescent and Hunt Avenue. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Butlocks Heath (1 mile north-east), Hound (1 mile south-east), Weston (1 mile north-west), Old Netley (1 mile north-east) and Lowford (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (6 miles north), Fareham (7 miles east), Horndean (15 miles east) and Totton (8 miles west).
Landmarks near Netley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Grove Park Business and Enterprise College, Westwood Woodland Park and The Hamble School and the streets around them. Netley has its own railway station: Netley station. Well-known places in the area include Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (2.5 miles east) and Coldeast (2.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Mercury Marshes.
Netley: your questions answered
Is Netley in the area you cover?
Yes, Netley is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Netley listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
What happens next?
You’ll get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.