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Thermal imaging roof survey in Thorpe Green, Surrey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Thorpe Green, with photos and a clear written report.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Stains that keep coming back
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof survey in Thorpe Green
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. To book, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. Typical surveys look at wet insulation beneath the membrane and cold areas below the roof, on flat roofs, pitched roof slopes and ceilings below the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Thorpe Green may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Thorpe Green (GU25, TW20)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Thorpe Green
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; 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. In a small place like Thorpe Green, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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What we are asked to look at in Thorpe Green
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are frequently invisible from outside. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Drones, thermal imaging and Thorpe Green roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. The wider area around Thorpe Green has a long history of building, with Botleys Mansion about 2.1 miles south. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Thorpe CofE Aided Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Thorpe Green is about 2 miles south of Egham, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Thorpe Green, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. There is also a page for Guildford.
All of GU25 and TW20 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Green Road and Sandhills Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Thorpe Green, we cover Thorpe (1 mile north-east), Stroude (1 mile north-west), Virginia Water (1 mile west), Egham Hythe (2 miles north-east) and Egham (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Guildford (11 miles south), Woking (6 miles south), Camberley (9 miles south-west), Epsom (13 miles east), Ewell (13 miles east) and Walton-on-Thames (6 miles east).
Local landmarks in Thorpe Green
In Thorpe Green, that means homes and buildings near Riverside Walk, Salesian School and Rose And Crown Public House. Thorpe Green’s nearest station is Virginia Water station, roughly 0.8 miles west. Nearby you will also find St. Peter's Hospital (2 miles south-east) and Spelthorne Museum (2.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Thorpe Green include Gracious Pond and St Ann's Hill.
Common questions in Thorpe Green
Is my home in Thorpe Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Thorpe Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Thorpe Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes about one to 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, on the timescale of your package.
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Repeated repairs that do not stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, instead of trying repair after repair. Older cottages and farmhouses around Thorpe Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Thorpe Green
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 20+ years’ experience
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.