Hampshire · London and the South East
Upton Grey Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Upton Grey. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Gaps in loft insulation
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Upton Grey
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Water that travels before it shows
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
How a thermal roof survey works in Upton Grey
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. If you’re worried about damp around roof outlets and upstands and damp patches with no obvious cause, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Upton Grey may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Upton Grey (RG25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Upton Grey frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we’ll say what would help next, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
Flying and imaging in Upton Grey
Upton Grey is about 3 miles from RAF Odiham. Where the drone is part of the survey, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
For any home in Upton Grey, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Upton Grey is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We visit Upton Grey as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our Hampshire coverage includes Upton Grey. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG25. That includes homes and businesses on Weston Close, Weston Road and Holme Hill and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Upton Grey, we cover Nashes Green (2 miles south-west), Mapledurwell (3 miles north), Andwell (3 miles north), Water End (3 miles north) and Old Basing (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Yateley (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Upton Grey
We work in homes and buildings around Hoddington Arms Public House. For rail, the closest station is Hook station, about 4 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill and Dogmersfield Lake.
FAQs for Upton Grey
Is Upton Grey within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is my home in Upton Grey listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, but we check each finding with moisture readings.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when booking.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Upton Grey
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Upton Grey and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why act early in Upton Grey
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. In a small place like Upton Grey, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.