Essex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Roundbush Green
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Roundbush Green, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
Thermal roof survey in Roundbush Green
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. We survey commercial roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are wet areas near outlets and upstands and water that travels before it shows.
Some older homes in villages like Roundbush Green are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Roundbush Green (CM6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older rural homes like those around Roundbush Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Roundbush Green
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Roundbush Green
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are often invisible from outside. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
For an older house near a landmark like Parish Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
- Will the report include photos?
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Roundbush Green
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Drones, thermal imaging and Roundbush Green roofs
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like Rodings Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. With Barrington Hall about 3.1 miles north-west, the area around Roundbush Green has a long history. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Roundbush Green is about 8 miles south-east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Roundbush Green and nearby. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Thermal roof surveys in CM6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Dunmow Road and Drury Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Keeres Green (1 mile south), Great Canfield (2 miles north), High Roding (2 miles north-east), High Easter (2 miles east) and Stagden Cross (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (9 miles south-east), Braintree (12 miles north-east), Harlow (9 miles west), Brentwood (13 miles south), Billericay (14 miles south) and Witham (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Roundbush Green
In Roundbush Green, that means homes and buildings near Axe And Compasses Public House. Other landmarks nearby include Willingale Doe (4.2 miles south). The countryside around Roundbush Green includes Portingbury Hills.
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. Thermal images, checked with moisture readings, can help trace it.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they cannot.
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What else we do in Roundbush Green
Questions from Roundbush Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Roundbush Green?
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.
Is Roundbush Green in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Roundbush Green as anywhere else.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
The camera does not see water itself. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Why act early in Roundbush Green
A damp patch that keeps coming back normally has a cause that hasn’t been found. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, rather than more guesswork. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.