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Thermal Roof Survey in Whitley
Thermal roof surveys in Whitley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
Thermal roof survey in Whitley: what you get
A thermal survey isn’t a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. That is 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. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We survey loft conversions, commercial roofs and flat roofs, and people most often book us about wet insulation beneath the membrane and moisture around outlets and upstands.
Older cottages and houses around Whitley may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
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.
- Where
- Whitley (RG2, RG1, RG19)
- Region
- Reading
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
It is useful 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 about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a survey in Whitley, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Whitley, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Problems where roof slopes and walls meet are frequently hidden. We combine a close visual check with the thermal images.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof, when the conditions are suitable.
Common questions in Whitley
Is my home in Whitley listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Whitley?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Whitley?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
What we can’t see
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Whitley
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
Places near Whitley
Also in Whitley
Thermal roof surveys around Whitley
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s 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 your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building like John Madejski Academy, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Agnes, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Whitley means lost rooms as well as repairs.
Whitley is about 1 mile west of Earley, in Reading. We survey roofs in Whitley and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Reading, we cover Whitley and the places around it.
Surveys in RG2, RG1 and RG19 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Litton Road, Totnes Road and Winton Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Whitley Wood (1 mile south), Earley (1 mile east), Green Park (1 mile west), Great Lea Common (1 mile south-west) and Reading (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Caversham (3 miles north), Norcot (4 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (4 miles north-west), Arborfield Garrison (4 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (4 miles north) and Horncastle (3 miles north-west).
Near you in Whitley
In Whitley, that means homes and buildings near World Turned Upside Down pub, Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School and Pearman's Copse. Also close by are Crosfields School (0.7 miles south-east) and University of Reading library (1.1 miles north-east). The closest station to Whitley is Reading Green Park station, about 1.7 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.6 miles north) and The Oracle (1.8 miles north). Open spaces near Whitley include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Sonning Hill.