Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Stoke, Hampshire
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Stoke, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Stains that keep coming back
Thermal roof survey in Stoke
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. That’s why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. Common reasons to book are cold spots on ceilings under the roof and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, across commercial roofs, flat roofs and loft conversions.
Older buildings in small places like Stoke may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- Stoke (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Stoke
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Older and listed buildings around Stoke may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent look at the roof
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Stoke
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where applicable, with a report the same day, which suits a purchase that is moving quickly.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
For any home in Stoke, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Drones, thermal imaging and Stoke roofs
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like St Mary Bourne Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Stoke is about 5 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. Roofs in Stoke get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in SP11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Chapel Lane, Crabtree Lane and Stoke Hill. Other places close to Stoke include Hurstbourne Tarrant (2 miles north-west), Little London (2 miles south-west), Ibthorpe (2 miles north-west), Smannell (2 miles south-west) and Upper Enham (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (14 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south), Andover (5 miles south-west), Tadley (14 miles north-east), Hyde (14 miles south) and Popley (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Stoke
In Stoke, that means homes and buildings near White Hart pub. Stoke’s nearest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 4.1 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.6 miles south-west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Anton Lakes and Sidown Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and colder outside. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Stoke needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- 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 we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Stoke
Is Stoke within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stoke?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Stoke is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What’s in the report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
More services for Stoke
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Stoke
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.