Essex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Shellow Bowells
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Shellow Bowells. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shellow Bowells
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There is an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. Typical surveys look at possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and missing or slipped insulation, on insulated roof spaces, commercial roofs and loft conversions.
Villages like Shellow Bowells frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Shellow Bowells (CM5)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shellow Bowells
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps frequently appear after work in the loft.
Why act early in Shellow Bowells
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. 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.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- A written report with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Shellow Bowells?
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Problems we come across often include:
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Cold areas below the roof
Whatever the street in Shellow Bowells, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- What experience they bring
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Questions from Shellow Bowells
Do you cover Shellow Bowells?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Shellow Bowells as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Shellow Bowells?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Does someone need to be in?
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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Thermal roof surveys around Shellow Bowells
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Shellow Bowells is about 7 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. We survey roofs in Shellow Bowells and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Here we cover the CM5 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Willingale (1 mile west), Berners Roding (1 mile west), Radley Green (2 miles south), Chalk End (2 miles north-east) and Roxwell (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Chelmsford (7 miles east), Basildon (13 miles south-east), Braintree (14 miles north-east), Harlow (9 miles west), Brentwood (8 miles south) and Maldon (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Shellow Bowells
Well-known places in the area include Willingale Doe (0.7 miles west) and Chelmsford and Essex Hospital (5.7 miles east).
Places near Shellow Bowells
Other services in Shellow Bowells
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Rural addresses near Shellow Bowells can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.