West Berkshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in West Ilsley
Thermal roof surveys in West Ilsley, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
Thermal roof survey in West Ilsley: what you get
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp isn’t obvious. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks far from where the stain appears and missing or slipped insulation.
In a small place like West Ilsley, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- West Ilsley (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
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West Ilsley questions
Is West Ilsley in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and West Ilsley is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Ilsley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. We will confirm the timing when you book.
What we are asked to look at in West Ilsley
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Stains that keep coming back
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
In and around West Ilsley, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What follow-up you get after the report
Thermal roof surveys around West Ilsley
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
West Ilsley is about 6 miles south-west of Didcot, in West Berkshire. Roofs in West Ilsley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Berkshire. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: RG20. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Bury Lane and Churchway and the roads around them. We also cover Catmore (2 miles south-west), Stanmore (2 miles south), Farnborough (3 miles west), Brightwalton (4 miles south-west) and Brightwalton Green (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (10 miles south), Thatcham (10 miles south), Burghfield Common (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (9 miles south), Hungerford (12 miles south-west) and Calcot (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in West Ilsley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Harrow pub, among other places. A little further out are Atlas Computer Laboratory (2.4 miles north). The countryside around West Ilsley includes Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- An energy rating for the building
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. For a village or hamlet like West Ilsley, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
For a price for thermal roof surveys in West Ilsley, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. We use the camera and moisture readings to help follow it.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.