Surrey · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Thorncombe Street, Surrey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Thorncombe Street and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Cold areas below the roof
About our thermal roof survey in Thorncombe Street
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging frequently helps most. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. Typical surveys look at cold areas below the roof and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, across ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and flat roofs.
In a small place like Thorncombe Street, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Thorncombe Street (GU5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Thorncombe Street
Flat roofs that have leaked for a while can have wet insulation under the covering. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. A thermal survey, checked with moisture readings, can give a much clearer picture.
Look out for signs like these:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Stains that keep coming back
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Anyone responsible for a site like Godalming College will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What they will not be able to tell you
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Around Thorncombe Street, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Thermal roof surveys around Thorncombe Street
Loseley Park, about 3.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Thorncombe Street. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Thorncombe Street is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Roofs in Thorncombe Street get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey.
We cover every part of GU5 for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on Thorncombe Street and Alldens Hill and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Munstead Heath (1 mile west), Birtley Green (1 mile north-east), Grafham (1 mile east), Hascombe (1 mile south) and Bramley (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north-west), Farnham (10 miles west), Dorking (11 miles east) and Frimley (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Thorncombe Street
The nearest railway station is Godalming station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west. A little further out are Milford Hospital (2.4 miles west) and Godalming Museum (2.2 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Farncombe Wood and Hydon's Ball.
Questions from Thorncombe Street
Is Thorncombe Street within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Thorncombe Street is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
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 and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It is part of the Premium Survey, from £400. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. You will then get the report by email.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photographs, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Many single-ply and EPDM roofs sit on insulation boards. Wet boards can show as temperature differences on the images.
Loft insulation
In the loft space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Thorncombe Street
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
What affects the price in Thorncombe Street
To price your survey, we check:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you get in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.