Hampshire · London and the South East
Soberton Heath Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Soberton Heath. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Soberton Heath?
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of the Holy Trinity, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the survey won’t cover
Thermal roof survey in Soberton Heath: what you get
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. If you’ve noticed thin or uneven insulation in the roof and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Soberton Heath, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Soberton Heath (SO32, PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Soberton Heath
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Soberton Heath. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Why it is worth a survey now in Soberton Heath
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Around Soberton Heath, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent view of the roof
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Soberton Heath
Is Soberton Heath in the area you cover?
Yes, Soberton Heath is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Is Soberton Heath within the area you cover?
Yes, Soberton Heath is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when you book.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How do I book a survey in Soberton Heath?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Places near Soberton Heath
Also in Soberton Heath
Flying and imaging in Soberton Heath
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Newtown Soberton Infant School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Soberton Heath is about 5 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. Soberton Heath is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Surveys in SO32 and PO17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Forester Road, May Bush Lane and Heath Road. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Southend (1 mile east), Woodend (1 mile west), Newtown (1 mile south), Kingsmead (1 mile west) and Mislingford (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (8 miles south-east), Eastleigh (10 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles east).
Local landmarks in Soberton Heath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bold Forester Public House, among other places. Nearby you will also find Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.9 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Soberton Heath include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Somewhere as small as Soberton Heath, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.