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Thermal Roof Survey in Sandhills
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Sandhills and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Cold areas below the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
How a thermal roof survey works in Sandhills
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. If you’re worried about damp around roof outlets and upstands and heat escaping through the roof, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Sandhills are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch 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.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Sandhills (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Sandhills
Is Sandhills within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Sandhills?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Sandhills as anywhere else.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
How do I book a survey in Sandhills?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Rural addresses near Sandhills can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What this survey cannot tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Sandhills
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Water that travels before it shows
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Take a building like King Edward's School Witley: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book anyone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their insurance cover
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What happens if roof problems are left?
Repeated repairs that do not stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, rather than more guesswork. Outbuildings and barns around Sandhills are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Loft insulation
In the loft space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there’s safe access.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
Airspace, weather and Sandhills roofs
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Sandhills is about 8 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. In Sandhills, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Surrey coverage includes Sandhills and the places around it. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: GU8. Streets in the area include Brook Road, Sebastopol Lane and Hatch Lane, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Brook (1 mile west), Wormley (1 mile east), Hambledon (1 mile east), Bowlhead Green (1 mile west) and Witley (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (13 miles north), Camberley (14 miles north), Farnham (8 miles north-west), Frimley (13 miles north) and Haslemere (4 miles south-west).
Around Sandhills
We work in homes and buildings around Rodborough, Dog And Pheasant Public House and Witley CofE Controlled Infant School and the streets around them. The closest station to Sandhills is Witley station, about 0.5 miles east. A little further out are Milford Hospital (2.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Hydon's Ball and Farncombe Wood.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Sandhills, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.