Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Pilley Bailey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Pilley Bailey. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in Pilley Bailey
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Leaks frequently run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. Typical surveys look at water getting in at parapets and stacks and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions, on pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and commercial roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Pilley Bailey may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Pilley Bailey (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys in Pilley Bailey: local notes
Pilley Bailey lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind off the sea can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like William Gilpin Church of England Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. With Beaulieu Palace House about 4 miles north-east, the area around Pilley Bailey has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. For an older house near a landmark such as Saint Nicholas Chapel, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Pilley Bailey is about 2 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. We visit Pilley Bailey as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Pilley Bailey is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SO41 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Other places close to Pilley Bailey include Bull Hill (1 mile south-east), Pilley (1 mile south-west), Portmore (1 mile south), Warborne (1 mile south-west) and Boldre (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles north-east) and Romsey (14 miles north).
What’s near Pilley Bailey
In Pilley Bailey, that means homes and buildings near Southlands School and the streets around them. The closest station to Pilley Bailey is Lymington Town station, roughly 1.9 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.1 miles south-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Boldre Foreshore.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Pilley Bailey, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Pilley Bailey questions
How do I find out if my home in Pilley Bailey is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Pilley Bailey within the area you cover?
Yes, Pilley Bailey is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Keep a record of when stains appear
Once we have been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the roof space.
Why it is worth a survey now in Pilley Bailey
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. The camera can point to gaps and thin areas in the insulation, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Pilley Bailey, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A written report with photographs
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Also in Pilley Bailey
Landlords, agents and block managers in Pilley Bailey
Landlords, agents and building managers in Pilley Bailey and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Pilley Bailey
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof