Hampshire · London and the South East
Northbrook Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Northbrook, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof survey in Northbrook: what you get
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. We survey flat roofs, loft conversions and insulated roof spaces, and common reasons people get in touch are moisture around outlets and upstands and stains that keep coming back.
Villages like Northbrook often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Northbrook (SO21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What’s prompted the survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Nearby places to Northbrook
What else we do in Northbrook
Common questions in Northbrook
How do I find out if my home in Northbrook is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Northbrook?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Northbrook is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. It shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. We look from the loft as well, where there is safe access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
When to book a survey in Northbrook
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
Common reasons to book include:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Thermal roof surveys in Northbrook: local notes
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Take a building like Micheldever CofE Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Northbrook is about 7 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Northbrook is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our Hampshire coverage includes Northbrook and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SO21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Micheldever (1 mile south-east), Stoke Charity (1 mile west), Hunton (2 miles west), Micheldever Station (2 miles north) and East Stratton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (11 miles north-east), Winchester (7 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles south), Andover (10 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-west) and Alton (13 miles east).
Near you in Northbrook
In Northbrook, that means homes and buildings near Half Moon and Spread Eagle pub. The nearest railway station is Micheldever station, about 2.1 miles north.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older rural homes like those around Northbrook can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Northbrook, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.