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Thermal imaging roof survey in Plaistow, Greater London
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Plaistow, with photos and a clear written report.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
FAQs for Plaistow
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Plaistow?
Sometimes, yes. If Plaistow has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
How do I find out if my home in Plaistow is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How do I book a survey in Plaistow?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
How a thermal roof survey works in Plaistow
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. We are frequently asked to look into leaks that are hard to trace and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, across pitched roof slopes, commercial roofs and loft conversions.
Flying in London takes more checking than most places: restriction zones surround Heathrow, London City Airport and London Heliport, and Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs have restricted areas of their own. Before a drone goes up in Plaistow, the address is checked against all of them, and permission is never taken for granted.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Plaistow (E13, E16, E6)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In Plaistow, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, tell us when you book.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Plaistow, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
What a thermal roof survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- An energy rating for the building
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Many single-ply and EPDM roofs sit on insulation boards. Wet boards can show as temperature differences on the images.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Thermal roof surveys in Plaistow: local notes
Queen's House, about 3.2 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Plaistow. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. The flight restriction zone around London City Airport covers Plaistow, or comes right up to its edge. If the drone is used for your survey, permission from the airport is needed first, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given.
Anyone responsible for a site like Kaizen Primary School will know that big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once. For businesses in and around places like Stratford Centre, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Plaistow is about 5 miles east of London, in Greater London. We visit Plaistow as part of our work across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. Across Greater London, we cover Plaistow.
We survey roofs across the E13, E16 and E6 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Eve Road, Ivy Road and May Road. Being close to the A1011, Plaistow is simple for us to get to for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Plaistow: Greengate (1 mile north-east), Canning Town (1 mile south), Upton Park (1 mile north-east), West Ham (1 mile north-west) and Upton (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns like London (5 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (4 miles west).
Landmarks near Plaistow
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Keir Hardie Park, The Service for Deaf and Partially Hearing Children and The Earl Of Derby Public House. Plaistow’s nearest station is West Ham station, roughly 0.9 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Newham University Hospital (0.5 miles east) and Greenwich Castle (3.4 miles south). The countryside around Plaistow includes Old Ford Island and Hollow Pond.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What we are asked to look at in Plaistow
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
Plaistow is in London, so parking needs planning: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when booking, as a space near the door can’t be promised.
Before you book anyone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?