Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Shillington
We carry out thermal roof surveys in Shillington and the rest of Hertfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Stains that keep coming back
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
How a thermal roof survey works in Shillington
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. The difference shows most clearly when it is 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. We’re often asked to look into areas of a flat roof that may hold water and leaks that are hard to trace, on ceilings below the roof, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs.
In a small place like Shillington, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. 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.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Shillington (SG5)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Common questions in Shillington
Is Shillington within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Shillington listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Can a thermal camera see water?
Not directly. It shows temperature, and wet materials frequently behave differently from dry ones. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It is part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Somewhere as small as Shillington, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- 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.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Flying and imaging in Shillington
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
If you look after a building such as Shillington Lower School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Shillington is about 5 miles north-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Whether the building in Shillington is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Shillington. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Thermal roof surveys in SG5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Hillfoot Road, New Walk and Church View Avenue. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Hanscombe End (1 mile west), Apsley End (1 mile south-west), Pirton (2 miles south-east), Hexton (3 miles south-west) and Pegsdon (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (10 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (15 miles south-east), Harpenden (12 miles south), Hitchin (5 miles south-east), Letchworth (6 miles east) and Letchworth Garden City (6 miles east).
What’s near Shillington
We work in homes and buildings around The Five Bells Public House. Shillington’s nearest station is Arlesey station, about 4.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Fairfield Hospital (4.9 miles east) and Stondon Motor Museum (2.1 miles east). For a walk, there’s Cain Hill and Pegsdon Hills.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- The size of the roof
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Shillington, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Why get it checked now?
Buyers get extra information from thermal images that the eye can miss. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. Outbuildings and barns around Shillington are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- 98% customer satisfaction
What we’re asked to look at in Shillington
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are frequently invisible from outside. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours