Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in South Gorley, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in South Gorley, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around South Gorley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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About our thermal roof survey in South Gorley
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We survey flat roofs, commercial roofs and ceilings below the roof, and common reasons people get in touch are damp patches with no obvious cause and gaps in loft insulation.
In a village or hamlet like South Gorley, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- South Gorley (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in South Gorley
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
- Which survey package you book
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
- Anything about access we should know
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Useful tips for South Gorley property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in South Gorley
Building owners and managing agents use thermal surveys to plan work on larger flat roofs. Patterns can point to wet areas and show which parts look sound, so moisture readings can be targeted.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Ascension, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection can’t give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. For older village homes like those around South Gorley, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in South Gorley
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord and commercial surveys in South Gorley
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Common questions in South Gorley
Do you carry out roof surveys in South Gorley?
Yes, South Gorley is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in South Gorley as anywhere else.
Will you come out to South Gorley?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Thermal roof surveys in South Gorley: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hyde Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
South Gorley is in Hampshire. Anywhere in South Gorley, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SP6 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around South Gorley: Mockbeggar (1 mile south), Ibsley (1 mile south-west), Harbridge (1 mile west), Rockford (1 mile south) and Linwood (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (14 miles north-east), New Milton (11 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south-east).
Near you in South Gorley
Other landmarks nearby include Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2.4 miles north) and Godshill Castle Hill (3.4 miles north). Open spaces near South Gorley include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.