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Wrecclesham Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Wrecclesham and across Surrey.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
When to book a survey in Wrecclesham
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, especially when it is warm inside and cold outside.
Common reasons to book include:
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Water that travels before it shows
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Take a building like St Peter's CofE Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
About our thermal roof survey in Wrecclesham
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. Common reasons to book are damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and leaks far from where the stain appears, on insulated roof spaces, ceilings below the roof and flat roofs.
Around Wrecclesham, a good many roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from the ground.
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 it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Wrecclesham (GU10, GU9)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Wrecclesham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Wrecclesham?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Wrecclesham is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Will you come out to Wrecclesham?
Yes, Wrecclesham is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It frequently helps show where to look. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It is used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can help, but the results are frequently less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, given suitable conditions on the day.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Homes around Wrecclesham frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- 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’s safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Wrecclesham, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It is your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
Airspace, weather and Wrecclesham roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail. Historic houses such as Farnham Castle, about 1.6 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Wrecclesham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near St Peter's Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Wrecclesham is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. Surveys in Wrecclesham work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our Surrey coverage includes Wrecclesham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Surveys in GU10 and GU9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Street, St Peter's Gardens and School Hill or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Shortheath (1 mile east), Boundstone (1 mile south-east), Rowledge (1 mile south), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (9 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Wrecclesham
In Wrecclesham, that means homes and buildings near Underdown nature reserve, Weydon School and The Royal Oak Public House. The nearest railway station is Farnham station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north-east) and Museum of Farnham (1.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Wrecclesham include Beacon Hill and Aunt's Pool.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wrecclesham
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.