Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Thame
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Thame. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Thermal roof surveys around Thame
With Adwell House about 3.9 miles south, Thame sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. Take a building like Barley Hill Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Hotels and guest houses near Thame cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Thame is about 8 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Oxfordshire. In Thame, as across Oxfordshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Thame is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for thermal roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Here we cover the OX9 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Upper High Street, Butter Market and High Street or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A329 and A418, Thame is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Moreton (1 mile south-west), Towersey (1 mile east), Kingsey (2 miles east), Long Crendon (2 miles north-west) and Haddenham (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (11 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south) and Kidlington (14 miles west). Thame is among the bigger towns we cover in Oxfordshire.
What’s near Thame
We work in homes and buildings around Lord Williams's School and Cross Keys Public House. The nearest railway station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Thame Museum (0.5 miles north-west) and Thame Community Hospital (less than half a mile south-east). For a walk, there’s Snakemoor.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Thame
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. Typical surveys look at wet areas near outlets and upstands and cold spots on ceilings under the roof, on loft conversions, ceilings below the roof and pitched roof slopes.
In a town like Thame, the roofs that are hardest to see are often on taller buildings, steep slopes or the backs of terraces. Close-up drone photos and thermal images show what binoculars from the pavement cannot. Both depend on the weather on the day, so the date is set with the forecast in mind. Rear slopes over back additions are a common example, as they’re rarely visible from the street.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Thame (OX9)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Thame
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.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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What a thermal roof survey does not cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
What happens if roof problems are left?
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Once water reaches the loft insulation in a home in Thame, it loses much of its value and is slow to dry. That adds to the bill long before the leak is obvious.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Common questions in Thame
Do you carry out roof surveys in Thame?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Thame is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Thame?
Very little. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy, and the visit in Thame can get straight on.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How do I book a survey in Thame?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
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.
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos. As for time on site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Parking in a town like Thame is usually simple, but let us know if there is a driveway or any restrictions. The inspection covers whatever is safely visible from outside, from windows and from the roof space.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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How we price thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.