Essex · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Upshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Upshire.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Useful tips for Upshire property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the loft space.
Thermal roof survey in Upshire
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That’s why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey ceilings below the roof, commercial roofs and loft conversions, and people most often book us about cold areas below the roof and damp around chimneys and parapets.
Some older homes in villages like Upshire are 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, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Upshire (EN9)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Upshire
Other services in Upshire
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Somewhere as small as Upshire, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- A formal energy assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
Surveys for landlords and agents in Upshire
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Around Upshire, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Prices that include VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Upshire
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Historic houses such as Hill Hall, about 4.7 miles east, show how far back building around Upshire goes. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. Take a building like Upshire Primary Foundation School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. Take an older house close to Church of St Thomas: 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.
Upshire is about 2 miles east of Waltham Abbey, in Essex. Upshire gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Across Essex, we cover Upshire. London is in our area too.
Every address in EN9 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Upshire include Waltham Abbey (2 miles west), High Beech (2 miles south), Debden Green (2 miles south-east), Theydon Bois (3 miles south-east) and Sewardstone (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Harlow (6 miles north-east), Brentwood (12 miles east), Loughton (3 miles south), Epping (3 miles east), Harold Wood (10 miles south-east) and Buckhurst Hill (4 miles south).
Local landmarks in Upshire
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to King Harold Business & Enterprise Academy and The Woodbine pub, among other places. Upshire’s nearest station is Cheshunt station, about 3.1 miles west of the centre. A little further out are St. Margaret's Hospital (3.5 miles east) and Epping Signalling Museum (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Upshire includes Home Mead and Lippitts Hill.
Upshire questions
Will you come out to Upshire?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I find out if my home in Upshire is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It is part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can help, but the results are often less clear than on a flat roof. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we also look from the loft where it’s safe.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What affects the price in Upshire
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.