Wokingham · London and the South East
Ruscombe Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Ruscombe, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Drones, thermal imaging and Ruscombe roofs
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Polehampton Church of England Junior School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Ruscombe is about 3 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. Bookings from Ruscombe are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Wokingham coverage includes Ruscombe. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Here we cover the RG10 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Local streets include London Road, Milton Way and Highgrove Place, all of which we cover. With the A3032 close by, Ruscombe is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Ruscombe: Twyford (1 mile south-west), Hare Hatch (1 mile north-east), Charvil (1 mile west), Whistley Green (1 mile south) and The Holt (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Reading (6 miles south-west), Wokingham (5 miles south), Woodley (3 miles south-west), Earley (5 miles south-west), Crowthorne (8 miles south) and Lower Earley (5 miles south-west).
Near you in Ruscombe
We work in homes and buildings around The Golden Cross pub, Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School and The Piggott School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Twyford station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Royal Berkshire Hospital (4.9 miles south-west) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Alder Moors and Weycock Hill.
Thermal roof survey in Ruscombe
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves frequently show up as temperature differences. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold 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. We are often asked to look into damp that repairs haven’t cured and leaks that are hard to trace, on flat roofs, commercial roofs and insulated roof spaces.
Somewhere as small as Ruscombe, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Ruscombe (RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
When to book a survey in Ruscombe
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when there’s a clear difference between inside and outside.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What happens after the report arrives
Useful tips for Ruscombe property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
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, photographs included.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
FAQs for Ruscombe
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ruscombe?
Yes, Ruscombe is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Ruscombe?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Roof by roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
From inside the loft, the camera can help with damp around chimneys, valleys and roof windows. We check any patterns with moisture readings.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Ruscombe needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.