Hampshire · London and the South East
Netley Marsh Thermal Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Netley Marsh from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
About our thermal roof survey in Netley Marsh
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. It is important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. Typical surveys look at leaks far from where the stain appears and wet areas near outlets and upstands, across flat roofs, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes.
Older buildings in small places like Netley Marsh may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on 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.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Netley Marsh (SO40)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Netley Marsh
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. The camera can give clues to where it is sitting, when the conditions allow.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
Netley Marsh questions
Do you cover Netley Marsh?
Yes, Netley Marsh is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Is Netley Marsh within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
What do I do with the report?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What insurance do you have?
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.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Netley Marsh?
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If you look after a building like Netley Marsh Church of England Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
Thermal roof surveys in Netley Marsh: local notes
Netley Marsh lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind off the sea can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. 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 check with the council.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Matthew, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Netley Marsh is about 1 mile west of Totton, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Netley Marsh can all book thermal roof surveys. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Thermal roof surveys in SO40 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Ringwood Road and Woodlands Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Ashurst Bridge (1 mile south-east), Totton (1 mile east), Woodlands (1 mile south), Winsor (1 mile north-west) and Bartley (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Local landmarks in Netley Marsh
Typical jobs here are in homes near Hounsdown School and The White Horse pub. For rail, the closest station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 1.8 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include National Dairy Museum (1.8 miles south-east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Testwood Lakes.
Why act early in Netley Marsh
Before replacing a large flat roof, it helps to know how much of it is actually wet. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you commit. In a small place like Netley Marsh, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Package prices that include VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Netley Marsh, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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, photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.