Portsmouth · London and the South East
Rudmore Thermal Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Rudmore, with photos and a clear written report.
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Thermal roof survey in Rudmore
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. It is important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so findings are checked with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. If you’ve noticed stains that keep coming back and heat escaping through the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Even in a smaller place like Rudmore, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Rudmore (PO2, PO1)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Rudmore
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Look out for signs like these:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
If you look after a building such as The Flying Bull Academy, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What they won’t be able to tell you
What else we do in Rudmore
Rudmore: your questions answered
Is Rudmore in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Rudmore is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
What do I need to do before a survey in Rudmore?
The main thing is access, inside and out, plus somewhere to park in Rudmore. Tell us about known leaks or past repairs as well.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
What do I do with the report?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Thermal roof surveys around Rudmore
Rudmore lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
Hotels and guest houses near Rudmore cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. For businesses in and around places such as Tricorn Centre, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Rudmore is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. Roofs in Rudmore get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Portsmouth. Rudmore is one of the places in Portsmouth where we work.
We survey roofs across PO2 and PO1 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Knox Road, Wharf Road and Croft Road. Main roads around Rudmore include the M275 and A2047, which makes travel easy. If you’re just outside Rudmore, we cover North End (1 mile north-east), Tipner (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Copnor (1 mile east).
Landmarks near Rudmore
Typical jobs here are in homes near Alexandra Park, The Admiral Drake pub and Mayfield School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Portsmouth & Southsea station, about 1.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Tricorn Centre (0.8 miles south) and Portchester Castle (2.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Rudmore
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
For a price for your roof in Rudmore, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a smaller place like Rudmore, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- 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
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. Thermal imaging can help show damp patterns around them.
Why act early in Rudmore
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. Homes in smaller places like Rudmore can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Rudmore
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week