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Thermal imaging roof survey in Ashley, Kent
Wondering about the roof at a property in Ashley? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Ashley and across Kent.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- A formal energy assessment
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ashley
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, so it’s easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. We are often asked to look into moisture around outlets and upstands and cold spots on ceilings under the roof, on flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and loft conversions.
Some older homes in villages like Ashley are listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Ashley (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Ashley
Ashley lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Walmer Castle, about 4.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ashley. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near East Studdal Church Hall, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Ashley is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Anywhere in Ashley, we can come and survey your property. Across Kent, we cover Ashley. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Every address in CT15 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Chapel Lane, Northdowns Close and Waldershare Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Studdal (1 mile north-east), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south-east), Sutton (2 miles east) and Church Whitfield (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (11 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Ashley
Ashley’s nearest station is Martin Mill station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Walmer Castle (4.3 miles east) and Buckland Hospital (4.1 miles south).
Nearby places to Ashley
Other services in Ashley
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ashley
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Ashley needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- 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.
- 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
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Ashley, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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FAQs for Ashley
Is Ashley within the area you cover?
Yes, Ashley is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ashley?
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 carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
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, and moisture readings are used to check it.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. In a place like Ashley, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Ashley
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
In the loft space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there’s safe access.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Inside the loft space, thermal images can help with damp around stacks, valleys and roof windows. We check any patterns with moisture readings.
Checking the roof from the ground
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.