Surrey · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Tilford Common, Surrey
Thermal roof surveys in Tilford Common, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Cold areas below the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
About our thermal roof survey in Tilford Common
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We are often asked to look into cold spots on ceilings under the roof and damp that repairs haven’t cured, on commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs.
In a small place like Tilford Common, 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. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Tilford Common (GU10)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Photograph damp patches with the date
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Flying and imaging in Tilford Common
The wider area around Tilford Common has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 3.9 miles north-west. 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. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as All Saints CofE Aided Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Tilford Common is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Tilford Common can all book thermal roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Tilford Common is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for thermal roof surveys. Guildford is in our area too.
All of GU10 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Tilford Common, we cover Tilford Reeds (1 mile north-west), Tilford (1 mile north), Rushmoor (1 mile south), Charleshill (2 miles north-east) and Millbridge (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (10 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south).
What’s near Tilford Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thundry Meadows and The Duke of Cambridge pub, among other places. Tilford Common’s nearest station is Farnham station, roughly 3.2 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Milford Hospital (5.4 miles east) and Farnham Castle (3.9 miles north-west). Open spaces near Tilford Common include Culverswell Hill and Upper Lake.
Tilford Common: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Tilford Common?
Yes, Tilford Common is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Tilford Common is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Tilford Common can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Why get it checked now?
Buyers get extra information from thermal images that the eye can miss. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tilford Common
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What affects the price in Tilford Common
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Different roofs, different checks
Loft insulation
Insulation frequently gets moved during work in the loft. Thermal images can show where it has been pushed aside.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Problems where roof slopes and walls meet are frequently hidden. We combine a close visual check with the thermal images.