Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Newfound, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Newfound.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Missing or slipped insulation
About our thermal roof survey in Newfound
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. Typical surveys look at leaks far from where the stain appears and wet areas near outlets and upstands, on commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and ceilings below the roof.
Villages like Newfound frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Newfound (RG23)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Newfound, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- 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.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Newfound
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain when the conditions on the day are suitable.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
If you look after a building such as Oakley Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Leave it or get it looked at?
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Older and listed buildings around Newfound may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- File the images with your roof records
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Thermal roof surveys in Newfound: local notes
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. With The Vyne about 4.8 miles north-east, Newfound sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Malls, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St John's, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Newfound is about 3 miles west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. If you’re in Newfound, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Newfound is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. There’s also a page for Reading.
All of RG23 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Fox Lane, Dellfield and Foxmoor Close. Other places close to Newfound include Oakley (1 mile south-west), Worting (1 mile east), Buckskin (1 mile east), Kempshott (2 miles south-east) and Ibworth (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (3 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south-west), Fleet (14 miles east), Andover (14 miles west), Alton (11 miles south-east) and Yateley (15 miles east).
Near you in Newfound
We work in homes and buildings around The Fox pub and Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School. For rail, the closest station is Basingstoke station, about 3.5 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include The Malls (3.5 miles east) and Willis Museum (3.5 miles east). The countryside around Newfound includes Daneshill Park Woods and Farleigh Hill.
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Newfound questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Newfound?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Newfound?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Newfound as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll confirm the timing as you book.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Different roofs, different checks
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Parapet and valley gutters can overflow inside a building. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.