West Berkshire · London and the South East
Ufton Green Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Ufton Green, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
About our thermal roof survey in Ufton Green
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. Typical surveys look at stains that keep coming back and patches of heat loss across the roof, across flat roofs, ceilings below the roof and loft conversions.
In a small place like Ufton Green, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Ufton Green (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Ufton Green roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
If you look after a building such as Sulhamstead and Ufton Nervet School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Ufton Green is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Ufton Green gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Ufton Green is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in RG7 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Ufton Green: Sulhamstead (1 mile north-east), Ufton Nervet (1 mile south-east), Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile north-east), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile east) and Sheffield Bottom (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (7 miles west), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north-east) and Shaw (9 miles west).
Local landmarks in Ufton Green
In Ufton Green, that means homes and buildings near The Willink School and The Willink School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Aldermaston station, roughly 1.8 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Battle Hospital (5.5 miles north-east) and Thames Valley Police Museum (1.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Hosehill Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a hamlet or village like Ufton Green, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What a thermal roof survey does not cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- An energy rating for the building
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
What we are asked to look at in Ufton Green
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
FAQs for Ufton Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ufton Green?
Yes, Ufton Green is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Ufton Green as anywhere else.
Will you come out to Ufton Green?
Yes. Ufton Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can a thermal camera see water?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Around Ufton Green, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
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How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Useful tips for Ufton Green property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we will say what would help next, such as electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.