Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Whempstead
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Whempstead from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Stains that keep coming back
Thermal roof survey in Whempstead
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. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. Typical surveys look at water getting in at parapets and stacks and water that travels before it shows, on ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and commercial roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Whempstead, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Whempstead (SG12)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. That makes the survey more focused.
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- An energy rating for the building
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Proving moisture from the images alone
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
Towns and villages near Whempstead
Also in Whempstead
Why act early in Whempstead
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. The camera can point to gaps and thin areas in the insulation, so you know where to put things right. For an older or listed building in a place like Whempstead, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in Whempstead
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Package prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Whempstead: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Whempstead is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover Whempstead?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Whempstead as anywhere else.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
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, but we check each finding with moisture readings.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
Flying and imaging in Whempstead
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help. Historic houses such as Aston Bury, about 2.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Whempstead goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building such as Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. The streets around a church such as Parish Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Whempstead is about 5 miles south-east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. We visit Whempstead as part of our work across Hertfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. Whempstead is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. There’s also a page for London.
Every address in SG12 is covered for thermal roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Whempstead Road and Mill Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Whempstead, we cover Dane End (1 mile east), Burn's Green (1 mile north-west), Sacombe (1 mile south-east), Haultwick (2 miles north-east) and Sacombe Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (5 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles south-west), Harpenden (12 miles west) and Hitchin (9 miles north-west).
What’s near Whempstead
Whempstead’s nearest station is Watton-At-Stone station, roughly 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hertford County Hospital (5.4 miles south) and Benington Castle (2 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Astonbury Wood.
How it works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Whempstead, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Whempstead
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.