Hampshire · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Wittensford
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Wittensford. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
Why get it checked now?
Once insulation under a membrane is wet, it tends to stay wet. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. For older village homes like those around Wittensford, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- A written report with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Wittensford
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. The camera doesn’t see water itself, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. It comes as part of our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. If you’ve noticed damp around chimneys and parapets and wet areas near outlets and upstands, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Villages like Wittensford frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. 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.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Wittensford (SO43)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Also in Wittensford
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Wittensford can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- 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.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Wittensford roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
For any home in Wittensford, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. Historic houses such as Landford Manor, about 4.2 miles north, show how far back building around Wittensford goes. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
Wittensford is about 4 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Wittensford is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Wittensford is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SO43 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We also cover Cadnam (1 mile east), Newbridge (1 mile north-east), Minstead (2 miles south), Bartley (2 miles east) and Copythorne (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (4 miles east), Chandler's Ford (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles east) and Lymington (12 miles south).
What’s near Wittensford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sir John Barleycorn Inn. The closest station to Wittensford is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 3.8 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3 miles east). Open spaces near Wittensford include Copythorne Common.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched slate and tile roofs
From inside the loft, the camera can help with damp around chimneys, valleys and roof windows. We check any patterns with moisture readings.
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.
Questions from Wittensford
Do you cover smaller places like Wittensford?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Wittensford?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Wittensford is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
The camera does not see water itself. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, so it can stand out, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.