Kent · London and the South East
Baker's Cross Thermal Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Baker's Cross, with photographs and a written report.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
How a thermal roof survey works in Baker's Cross
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Leaks often run along a roof before they appear on a ceiling, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. We survey loft conversions, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and patches of heat loss across the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Baker's Cross may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Baker's Cross (TN17, TN18)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Baker's Cross
Do you carry out roof surveys in Baker's Cross?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Baker's Cross is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Baker's Cross?
Yes, Baker's Cross is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Baker's Cross?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It is part of the Premium Survey, from £400. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
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Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- File the images with your roof records
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Baker's Cross
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. In a place like Baker's Cross, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Baker's Cross
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Baker's Cross, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Roof by roof
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.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On big single-ply roofs, the camera helps show where to take readings. That makes the survey more focused.
Airspace, weather and Baker's Cross roofs
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Anyone responsible for a site like Cranbrook School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Dunstan, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Baker's Cross is about 9 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. We survey roofs in Baker's Cross as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Kent, we cover Baker's Cross. Maidstone is in our area too.
We survey roofs across TN17 and TN18 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Dorothy Avenue, Brickenden Road and Doctor Hope's Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Cranbrook (1 mile west), Coursehorn (1 mile east), Swattenden (1 mile south-west), Hartley (2 miles south-west) and Benenden (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (13 miles north).
What’s near Baker's Cross
Typical jobs here are in homes near White Horse pub, Crane Valley and Cranbrook Church of England Primary School. Nearby you will also find Sissinghurst Castle (2.3 miles north-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.3 miles north-east).
How we price thermal roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.