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Thermal Roof Survey in The Burroughs
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in The Burroughs and across Greater London, with plain-English findings.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Missing or slipped insulation
Landlords, agents and block managers in The Burroughs
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
About our thermal roof survey in The Burroughs
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. 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. We survey loft conversions, pitched roof slopes and ceilings below the roof, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damp around chimneys and parapets and damp patches with no obvious cause.
London’s roofs are frequently hard to see from the street: valley gutters behind parapets, dormers and flat-roofed rear additions. Drone photos and thermal images can show parts of a roof that are hard to reach safely. The weather decides the day: both drones and thermal cameras need the right conditions. Thermal images show surface temperature, not water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- The Burroughs (NW4, NW9, NW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to The Burroughs
What else we do in The Burroughs
FAQs for The Burroughs
Can you fly a drone over a roof in The Burroughs?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. London’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City Airport and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Every London address is checked against them before a flight. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
How do I find out if my home in The Burroughs is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
How do I book a survey in The Burroughs?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in The Burroughs
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
Airspace, weather and The Burroughs roofs
There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of The Burroughs, and like offices and blocks, hotels frequently sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them. Heath Hall, about 2.6 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around The Burroughs. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near The Burroughs, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
The Burroughs is about 2 miles south-east of Burnt Oak, in Greater London. We survey roofs in The Burroughs and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London.
Thermal roof surveys in NW4, NW9 and NW11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Bell Lane, Eaton Road and Lodge Road or anywhere close by, we can help. You’ll find The Burroughs on the A41, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you are just outside The Burroughs, we cover Hendon (1 mile south-east), Colindale (1 mile west), Brent Cross (1 mile south-east), West Hendon (1 mile south-west) and The Hyde (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles south-east), City of Westminster (6 miles south-east), Marylebone (6 miles south-east), Kensington (6 miles south), St Pancras (6 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in The Burroughs
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Claddagh Ring pub, Brampton College and Kisharon College, among other places. The Burroughs’s nearest station is Hendon station, roughly 0.8 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Church Farmhouse Museum (less than half a mile north) and Brent Cross Shopping Centre (0.8 miles south). The countryside around The Burroughs includes Parliament Hill and Darland's Lake.
What affects the price in The Burroughs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We check the roof from the ground, 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 is safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in The Burroughs
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Look out for signs like these:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If you run a business near Brent Cross Shopping Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What’s outside the scope of the survey