Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Bicknor
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Bicknor, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Bicknor needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our thermal roof survey in Bicknor
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. 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. Where something cannot be confirmed, we say what would help next. Common reasons to book are gaps in loft insulation and leaks that are hard to trace, on commercial roofs, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs.
In a small place like Bicknor, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour 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. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Bicknor (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Bicknor
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bicknor?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Bicknor as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Bicknor?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’ll then get the report by email.
How do I book a survey in Bicknor?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
What we’re asked to look at in Bicknor
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, particularly when there’s a clear difference between inside and outside.
Look out for signs like these:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold areas below the roof
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Questions to ask before booking
- What insurance they carry
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What happens if roof problems are left?
Buyers get extra information from thermal images that the eye can miss. Finding hidden moisture before exchange gives you facts to raise with the seller. Older and listed buildings around Bicknor may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Thermal roof surveys in Bicknor: local notes
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. About 3.7 miles south-west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Bicknor has been built on. 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, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Bicknor is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We survey roofs in Bicknor across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in ME9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Bicknor: Hucking (1 mile west), Wormshill (1 mile south-east), Broad Street (2 miles south-west), Hollingbourne (2 miles south-west) and Eyhorne Street (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Faversham (9 miles east), Minster (10 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
What’s near Bicknor
For rail, the closest station is Hollingbourne station, about 2.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (4.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Detling Hill.