Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Shalden Green
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Shalden Green from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
How a thermal roof survey works in Shalden Green
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. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. If you’ve noticed cold spots on ceilings under the roof and thin or uneven insulation in the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Shalden Green, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Where
- Shalden Green (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Shalden Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Shalden Green
Is my home in Shalden Green listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are there drone restrictions around Shalden Green?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Shalden Green is about 2 miles from Lasham Airfield, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we also look from the loft where it is safe.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shalden Green
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What we look for on each type of roof
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it is warm inside and colder outside. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Outbuildings and barns around Shalden Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
When to book a survey in Shalden Green
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
In and around Shalden Green, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Before you book anyone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Other services in Shalden Green
Airspace, weather and Shalden Green roofs
Historic houses such as Hall Place, about 3.1 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Shalden Green goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Shalden Green is about 2 miles from Lasham Airfield. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Shalden Green is about 3 miles north-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Shalden Green is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
We work across GU34 for thermal roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Shalden (1 mile south), Southrope (2 miles north-west), Bagmore (2 miles west), Burkham (3 miles west) and Bentworth (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (7 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (3 miles south-east) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
Local landmarks in Shalden Green
Around Shalden Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Golden Pot pub. Shalden Green’s nearest station is Alton station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Gliding Heritage Centre (0.9 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.