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Thermal imaging roof survey in Turnham Green, Greater London
Thermal roof surveys in Turnham Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Thermal roof survey in Turnham Green: what you get
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photos, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. Typical surveys look at areas of a flat roof that may hold water and moisture around outlets and upstands, across loft conversions, ceilings below the roof and flat roofs.
London’s roofs are often hard to see from the street: butterfly roofs behind parapets, dormer tops and flat roofs over back additions. Drone photos and thermal images can show parts of a roof that are hard to reach safely. Weather on the day decides whether it goes ahead, in Turnham Green as anywhere. Thermal images show surface temperature, not water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Turnham Green (W4, SW13, W6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Turnham Green
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help. Within a mile and a half or so of Turnham Green there are several hotels. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
If you look after a building such as The William Hogarth Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Turnham Green, along with any off-street space.
Turnham Green is about 2 miles south of Acton, in Greater London. In Turnham Green, as across Greater London, every roof gets the same careful survey. Turnham Green is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for thermal roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
We cover every part of W4, SW13 and W6 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Duke Road, Short Road and Binns Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Turnham Green: Old Chiswick (1 mile east), Chiswick (1 mile north), Grove Park (1 mile south-west), Barnes (1 mile south-east) and Kew (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (5 miles north-east), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (6 miles north-east), Shoreditch (8 miles east) and Walthamstow (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Turnham Green
We work in homes and buildings around Polish Library POSK in London, George and Devonshire pub and The Swedish School and the streets around them. Also close by are Chiswick School (within half a mile south-west) and Dukes Meadows (0.8 miles south-west). For rail, the closest station is Chiswick station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. A little further out are Kurdish Museum Library and Archive (0.9 miles north-east) and Barnes Hospital (1.3 miles south). Open spaces near Turnham Green include Campden Hill and Duke's Hollow.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In Turnham Green, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. A back bedroom window can be the best vantage point for a rear addition, so we may ask to use one.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. When the stain finally shows, the damage underneath is frequently older than it looks.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Turnham Green
- Package prices that include VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Photos and a written report every time
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What a thermal roof survey doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- An energy rating for the building
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Turnham Green
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Turnham Green
On big commercial and residential flat roofs, thermal imaging helps owners plan. Patterns can point to wet areas and show which parts look sound, so we know where to take moisture readings.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Historic houses such as Hogarth's House, about 0.2 miles west, show how far back building around Turnham Green goes. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times
- What exactly goes into their report
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Turnham Green
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to let us know when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Turnham Green
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Turnham Green?
It can be, so it helps to let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space as you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Turnham Green?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we also look from the loft where it is safe.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is 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, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.