Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Shenington
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Shenington, with photos and a written report.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
About our thermal roof survey in Shenington
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’s 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. Typical surveys look at damp around roof outlets and upstands and cold areas below the roof, across pitched roof slopes, commercial roofs and flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Shenington are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Shenington (OX15)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
Flying and imaging in Shenington
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Shenington Church of England Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. With Upton House about 1.9 miles north, the area around Shenington has a long history. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Shenington is about 5 miles west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. We cover Shenington and the rest of Oxfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: OX15. You will find streets such as Rattlecombe Road, The Level and Mill Lane, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Shenington, we cover Alkerton (1 mile east), Balscote (1 mile south-east), Epwell (2 miles south-west), Shutford (2 miles south-east) and Swalcliffe (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Banbury (5 miles east), Chipping Norton (10 miles south), Neithrop (4 miles east), Grimsbury (6 miles east), Ruscote (4 miles east) and Bloxham (6 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Shenington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bell Inn. Well-known places in the area include Broughton Castle (4.1 miles south-east) and Horton General Hospital (5.6 miles east). Open spaces near Shenington include Edge Hill and Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Also in Shenington
Shenington: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Shenington is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Shenington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
What’s in the report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It frequently helps show where to look. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera can’t confirm water on its own.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Shenington
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Take an older house close to Church of Holy Trinity: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What exactly goes into their report
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Shenington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Shenington
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Shenington and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which frequently helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We look where there is safe access.