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Thermal imaging roof survey in Penton Grafton, Hampshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Penton Grafton and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a hamlet or village like Penton Grafton, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Penton Grafton
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a 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 we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. Typical surveys look at leaks that are hard to trace and cold areas below the roof, across insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof.
Somewhere as small as Penton Grafton, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Penton Grafton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Why it is worth a survey now in Penton Grafton
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. In a small place like Penton Grafton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Penton Grafton?
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. It can suggest which areas may be wet and which seem dry, so moisture readings can be targeted.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Penton Grafton
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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 aerial photos and thermal images help.
Take a building like Harrow Way Community School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Penton Grafton is about 2 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Penton Grafton and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SP11 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Penton Mewsey (1 mile north-east), Penton Corner (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile east), Charlton (1 mile east) and Weyhill (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (4 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Penton Grafton
In Penton Grafton, that means homes and buildings near White Hart Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Andover station, roughly 1.9 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Andover Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (4.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
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Useful tips for Penton Grafton property owners
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Heat the home normally on the days before
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
Questions from Penton Grafton
Will you come out to Penton Grafton?
Yes, Penton Grafton is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Penton Grafton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Penton Grafton?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
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.