Hampshire · London and the South East
Ovington Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Ovington, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Cold areas below the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Thermal roof survey in Ovington: what you get
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. It’s useful to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We talk through the forecast when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. If you are worried about damp that repairs haven’t cured and water getting in at parapets and stacks, we can find out what’s behind it, on loft conversions, commercial roofs and flat roofs alike.
In a village or hamlet like Ovington, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Ovington (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which frequently helps the camera pick up differences. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Ovington needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- 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.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Flying and imaging in Ovington
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often 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 close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. The wider area around Ovington has a long history of building, with Hinton Ampner House about 3.4 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Peter, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you look after a building such as Perins School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Ovington is about 5 miles east of Hyde, in Hampshire. If you are in Ovington, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Hampshire, we cover Ovington and the places around it. Southampton is in our area too.
Thermal roof surveys in SO24 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Itchen Stoke (1 mile north-west), Itchen Abbas (2 miles north-west), Temple Valley (2 miles south-west), Martyr Worthy (2 miles west) and Easton (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (5 miles west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Ovington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bush Inn, among other places. Nearby you will also find Wolvesey Castle (5 miles west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ovington
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, which helps with budgets and planning.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Ovington and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is often moved when people work in the loft space.
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Common questions in Ovington
Do you cover Ovington?
Yes, Ovington is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Ovington?
Yes, Ovington is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
What affects the price in Ovington
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.