Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Newnham, Hampshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Newnham and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Newnham, a postcode doesn’t 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.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Thermal roof survey in Newnham: what you get
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. The camera does not see water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. We survey ceilings below the roof, commercial roofs and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are heat escaping through the roof and cold areas below the roof.
Villages like Newnham often 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.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Newnham (RG27)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Newnham questions
Do you cover Newnham?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Newnham is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Newnham?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
What we are asked to look at in Newnham
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are often invisible from outside. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Heat escaping through the roof
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St. Nicholas, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the survey will not cover
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
A DIY look is useful, 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.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Thermal roof surveys around Newnham
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The Vyne lies about 4.6 miles west, so building around Newnham goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Newnham is about 5 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Newnham is one of many places we visit across Hampshire. Newnham is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for thermal roof surveys. There is also a page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG27. Local streets include Tylney Lane, Newnham Lane and Ridge Lane. Other places close to Newnham include Nately Scures (1 mile south), Hook Common (1 mile south-east), Up Nately (1 mile south), Hook (1 mile east) and Warnborough Green (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (5 miles west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Newnham
Newnham’s nearest station is Hook station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Odiham Castle (1.9 miles south-east) and Basing House (2.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
Nearby places to Newnham
What else we do in Newnham
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- 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’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Newnham, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.