Hampshire · London and the South East
South Hayling Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in South Hayling. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
How a thermal roof survey works in South Hayling
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. 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, something you can’t typically tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. We’re frequently asked to look into cold areas below the roof and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, across pitched roof slopes, commercial roofs and insulated roof spaces.
Around South Hayling, plenty of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day. Even so, a close-up image often shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from the ground misses.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- South Hayling (PO11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in South Hayling
How do I find out if my home in South Hayling is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover South Hayling?
Yes, South Hayling is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How fast do I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we will say what could help next, like electronic leak detection.
Common roof problems in South Hayling
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Homes around South Hayling often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Drones, thermal imaging and South Hayling roofs
South Hayling lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. The wider area around South Hayling has a long history of building, with Warblington Castle about 3.9 miles north. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Mengham Junior School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
South Hayling is about 5 miles east of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in South Hayling, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. South Hayling is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for thermal roof surveys.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: PO11. Whether your property is on Church Road, Station Road and St Leonard's Avenue or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to South Hayling include West Town (1 mile west), Tourner Bury (1 mile north-east), Tye (2 miles north), Stoke (2 miles north) and North Hayling (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Gosport (8 miles west), Havant (5 miles north), Fareham (11 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles north), Waterlooville (7 miles north) and Petersfield (15 miles north).
What’s near South Hayling
We work in homes and buildings around Newton House Hotel, The Hayling College and The Hayling College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Fratton station, about 4.3 miles west. A little further out are St James Hospital (3.3 miles west) and Eastney Beam Engine House (3.1 miles west). The countryside around South Hayling includes Hayling Billy.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. That helps you and your roofer decide what really needs replacing. In a smaller place like South Hayling, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing doesn’t stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in South Hayling
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.