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Thermal imaging roof survey in Tilehurst, Oxfordshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Tilehurst, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Leaks that are hard to trace
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tilehurst
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves frequently show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. We survey loft conversions, commercial roofs and insulated roof spaces, and people most often book us about water getting in at parapets and stacks and leaks that are hard to trace.
Even in a smaller place like Tilehurst, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Tilehurst (RG31, RG30)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price thermal roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
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, rather than more guesswork. Blocked gutters on homes around Tilehurst overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
See our cost guide or our case studies.
FAQs for Tilehurst
Do you cover smaller places like Tilehurst?
Yes. Tilehurst is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tilehurst?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Flying and imaging in Tilehurst
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
Shop and office owners around Broad Street Mall may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Tilehurst Methodist Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Tilehurst is about 3 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Tilehurst for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Tilehurst is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work.
We work across RG31 and RG30 for thermal roof surveys. Streets in the area include Ash Road, Tyle Road and Riley Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Tilehurst Within (1 mile south-east), Norcot (1 mile east), Little Heath (1 mile west), Horncastle (1 mile south-east) and Purley on Thames (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Didcot (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (11 miles north), Wallingford (10 miles north-west), Great Western Park (14 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Landmarks near Tilehurst
Around Tilehurst, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Round Copse, The Butchers Arms and Little Heath School and the streets around them. Tilehurst’s nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 0.8 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Battle Hospital (1.7 miles east) and Broad Street Mall (2.6 miles east). Open spaces near Tilehurst include South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a smaller place like Tilehurst, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- 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
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Tilehurst, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
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What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
When to book a survey in Tilehurst
Some defects simply cannot be seen with the eye. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Water that travels before it shows
With Mapledurham House about 1.6 miles north, the area around Tilehurst has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Before you book anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs