Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Swanmore, Hampshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Swanmore, with photos and a written report.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Cold areas below the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Swanmore
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are frequently harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. Typical surveys look at damp patches with no obvious cause and gaps in loft insulation, on pitched roof slopes, ceilings below the roof and flat roofs.
Older cottages and houses around Swanmore may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
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.
- Where
- Swanmore (SO32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Swanmore property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a survey in Swanmore, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
How to book
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
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What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Roof area
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you contact us
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Swanmore, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
Flying and imaging in Swanmore
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Swanmore is about 6 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Swanmore, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Every address in SO32 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Church Road, Myers Close and Spring Vale, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Swanmore, we cover Hill Grove (1 mile east), Upper Swanmore (1 mile north-east), Mislingford (1 mile south-east), Shirrell Heath (1 mile south) and Kingsmead (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (10 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south) and Horndean (8 miles east).
Local landmarks in Swanmore
In Swanmore, that means homes and buildings near Swanmore College of Technology and the streets around them. Swanmore’s nearest station is Botley station, about 3.7 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.7 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (4.3 miles south). Not far away are Beacon Hill and Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
What we’re asked to look at in Swanmore
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water that travels before it shows
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Barnabas, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is added on top
Landlord and commercial surveys in Swanmore
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Swanmore and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Swanmore
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Swanmore?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Swanmore?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.