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Thermal Roof Survey in Speenhamland
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Speenhamland, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Thermal roof survey in Speenhamland: what you get
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. It helps to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We talk through the forecast when you book, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We survey pitched roof slopes, flat roofs and loft conversions, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ceilings that feel colder in places and heat escaping through the roof.
Places like Speenhamland can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Speenhamland (RG14, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Places near Speenhamland
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Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
Once we have been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. Each image is explained in plain words, with our recommendations. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
Common roof problems in Speenhamland
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are often invisible from outside. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Shaw House lies about 0.5 miles north-east, so building around Speenhamland goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they will not be able to tell you
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Speenhamland is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. Around Speenhamland, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Speenhamland
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Speenhamland
Do you carry out roof surveys in Speenhamland?
Yes, Speenhamland is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Speenhamland as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Speenhamland?
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.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. 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.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Speenhamland
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Nicolas Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Speenhamland School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Speenhamland is about 1 mile north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Wherever you are in Speenhamland, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Surveys in RG14 and RG20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Park Lane, Shaw Road and Bear Lane. Speenhamland is on the A4, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you’re just outside Speenhamland, we cover Shaw (1 mile east), Donnington (1 mile north), Speen (1 mile west), Bagnor (1 mile west) and Stockcross (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Thatcham (3 miles east), Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (8 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east) and Lambourn (11 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in West Berkshire, Speenhamland has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Local landmarks in Speenhamland
In Speenhamland, that means homes and buildings near The High Horse pub, Trinity School and Trinity School, among other places. Speenhamland’s nearest station is Newbury station, roughly 0.7 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Donnington Castle (1 mile north-west) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (under half a mile south). For a walk, there is Rack Marsh.