Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Soake
Wondering about the roof at a property in Soake? You can book a thermal roof survey in Soake and across Hampshire.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
How a thermal roof survey works in Soake
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. We are often asked to look into stains that keep coming back and damp around roof outlets and upstands, on flat roofs, pitched roof slopes and loft conversions.
Somewhere as small as Soake, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Soake (PO7)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Soake
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Soake, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Denmead Junior School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. In and around Soake, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Soake is about 1 mile north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Soake can all book thermal roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO7 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Soake Road and Hambledon Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Soake: Furzeley Corner (1 mile south-west), Hart Plain (1 mile east), Cowplain (1 mile east), Waterlooville (1 mile south-east) and Purbrook Heath (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Gosport (8 miles south-west), Havant (4 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south-west), Hedge End (11 miles west) and Petersfield (9 miles north-east).
What’s near Soake
In Soake, that means homes and buildings near The Mead End pub and The Cowplain School. For rail, the closest station is Bedhampton station, about 3.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Clanfield Earthwork (4.7 miles north-east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (3.2 miles south). The countryside around Soake includes Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
What we do, step by step
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. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Soake, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Keep pets in another room
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Soake questions
Do you cover Soake?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Soake is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Will you come out to Soake?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. Where it can’t be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
What affects the price in Soake
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Soake, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- File the images with your roof records
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
Where a pattern can’t be confirmed, the report says what could help, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
Different roofs, different checks
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. Thermal imaging can help show damp patterns around them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On larger commercial single-ply roofs, thermal imaging can help target moisture readings. It focuses the survey on the areas that matter.
Towns and villages near Soake
More services for Soake
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Landlords and letting agents in Soake book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.