West Berkshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Stanmore, West Berkshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Stanmore, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Stanmore
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you’ve noticed heat escaping through the roof and leaks that are hard to trace, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Stanmore are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Stanmore (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Stanmore
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Stanmore and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Stanmore
Is my home in Stanmore listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Stanmore?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Stanmore is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. Where it can’t be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
Thermal roof surveys in Stanmore: local notes
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Beedon C.E. (Controlled) Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Nicholas, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Stanmore is about 8 miles north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Stanmore for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We work across the RG20 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Catmore (2 miles north-west), West Ilsley (2 miles north), Brightwalton (3 miles west), Brightwalton Green (3 miles west) and Farnborough (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (8 miles south), Burghfield Common (13 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south), Hungerford (11 miles south-west) and Calcot (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Stanmore
Nearby you will also find Hampstead Norris Castle (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Churn Hill.
Also in Stanmore
What affects the price in Stanmore
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to let us know when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What happens on the day
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it typically takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Stanmore can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s 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.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check outlets after heavy rain
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.