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Thermal Roof Survey in Portsmouth Point
Thermal roof surveys around Portsmouth Point, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Thermal roof surveys around Portsmouth Point
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Portsmouth Point, and wind off the sea can be strong. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For businesses in and around places such as Tricorn Centre, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from above or with a thermal imager. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Portsmouth Garrison church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Portsmouth Point is about 2 miles west of Southsea, in Portsmouth. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Portsmouth Point for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Portsmouth Point is one of the places in Portsmouth we cover.
Thermal roof surveys in PO1, PO5 and PO12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Park Road, Nobbs Lane and Bath Square, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Portsea (1 mile north), Clayhall (1 mile south-west), Haslar (1 mile south-west), Alverstoke (2 miles south-west) and Privett (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Hilsea (3 miles north-east), Wymering (4 miles north), Paulsgrove (4 miles north), Cosham (4 miles north-east), Drayton (5 miles north-east) and Farlington (5 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Portsmouth Point
Around Portsmouth Point, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Charter Academy, Portsmouth Grammar School and Bridge Tavern. There is a railway station in Portsmouth Point itself: Portsmouth Harbour station. Nearby you will also find Southsea Castle (1.2 miles south-east) and Portsmouth Museum And Art Gallery (under half a mile east). The countryside around Portsmouth Point includes Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Portsmouth Point
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves frequently show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It is not an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. If you’re worried about cold spots on ceilings under the roof and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, we can find out what’s behind it.
Around Portsmouth Point, a good many roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Even so, a close-up image frequently shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from ground level misses.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Portsmouth Point (PO1, PO5, PO12)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Portsmouth Point
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Cold areas below the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Jude's CofE Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the survey will not cover
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We look at cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below often show. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Portsmouth Point
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
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What a thermal roof survey does not cover
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
Leave it or get it looked at?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection cannot give. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. Around Portsmouth Point, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Portsmouth Point
- A written report with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a survey in Portsmouth Point, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Portsmouth Point
Do you cover Portsmouth Point?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Portsmouth Point as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Portsmouth Point within the area you cover?
Yes, Portsmouth Point is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
What can thermal imaging tell me about my roof?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, and we check them with moisture readings.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
How quickly is the report sent?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.