Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Bedgebury Cross
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Bedgebury Cross from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Bedgebury Cross, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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About our thermal roof survey in Bedgebury Cross
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they don’t. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We’re often asked to look into gaps in loft insulation and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, across flat roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
Villages like Bedgebury Cross 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.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Bedgebury Cross (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof in suitable weather.
Flying and imaging in Bedgebury Cross
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses like Scotney Castle, about 1.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Bedgebury Cross goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Christ Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Bedgebury Cross is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Surveys in Bedgebury Cross work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent. There is also a page for Maidstone.
We work across the TN17 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Bedgebury Road and Lady Oak Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Riseden (1 mile north-west), Kilndown (1 mile west), Stonecrouch (2 miles south-west), Flimwell (2 miles south) and Three Leg Cross (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Bedgebury Cross
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south-west) and Old Scotney Castle (1.7 miles west). The countryside around Bedgebury Cross includes Bewl Water.
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Bedgebury Cross
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Why get it checked now?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it helps to know how much of it is actually wet. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you spend. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Bedgebury Cross
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- A written report with photographs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Bedgebury Cross
Is my home in Bedgebury Cross listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Bedgebury Cross in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Bedgebury Cross is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Bedgebury Cross?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, given suitable conditions on the day.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.