Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Osney, Oxfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Osney. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Thermal roof survey in Osney: what you get
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. Common reasons to book are wet areas near outlets and upstands and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, on insulated roof spaces, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs.
Around Osney, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
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
- Osney (OX1, OX2)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Osney
Do you cover smaller places like Osney?
Yes, Osney is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Osney?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
How do I book a survey in Osney?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
The difference is clearest when the home is heated and it’s cold out. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they cannot.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you spend. With lower homes, common in places like Osney, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Thermal roof surveys around Osney
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Holywell Manor about 1.2 miles east, Osney sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Anyone responsible for a site like West Oxford Community Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Osney means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Westgate Shopping Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most.
Osney is about 2 miles west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. We cover Osney and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Osney is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: OX1 and OX2. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on New Road, Helen Road and Osney Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Osney include St John Street area (1 mile north-east), St. Ebbes (1 mile east), Jericho (1 mile north-east), Grandpont (1 mile south-east) and North Hinksey (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Didcot (10 miles south), Bicester (12 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (5 miles south), Witney (10 miles west), Carterton (14 miles west) and Thame (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Osney
Around Osney, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Raleigh Park, Matthew Arnold School and The Holly Bush pub and the streets around them. You will also find City of Oxford College (under half a mile south-east) and Angus Library and Archive (0.6 miles north-east). Osney has its own railway station: Oxford station. Well-known places in the area include Oxford University Press Museum (0.6 miles north-east) and Westgate Shopping Centre (0.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Nearby places to Osney
What else we do in Osney
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- Roof area
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How it 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 make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Osney, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets in another room
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.