Kent · London and the South East
Boughton Monchelsea Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Boughton Monchelsea. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
About our thermal roof survey in Boughton Monchelsea
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. It’s useful to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We’re frequently asked to look into patches of heat loss across the roof and cold spots on ceilings under the roof, on insulated roof spaces, commercial roofs and ceilings below the roof.
Villages like Boughton Monchelsea often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Boughton Monchelsea (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Boughton Monchelsea
What else we do in Boughton Monchelsea
Common questions in Boughton Monchelsea
How do I find out if my home in Boughton Monchelsea is listed?
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.
Do you cover Boughton Monchelsea?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Boughton Monchelsea as anywhere else.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which frequently helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Many single-ply and EPDM roofs sit on insulation boards. Wet boards can show as temperature differences on the images.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Boughton Monchelsea
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Height and safe access
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Thermal roof surveys in Boughton Monchelsea: local notes
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Boughton Monchelsea has a long history of building, with Stoneacre about 2.2 miles north-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building like Boughton Monchelsea Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Mall Maidstone, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. The streets around a church like Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Boughton Monchelsea is about 2 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Surveys in Boughton Monchelsea work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Across Kent, we cover Boughton Monchelsea and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: ME17. Whether your property is on Ewin Close, Robson Chase and Barton Drive or anywhere close by, we can survey it. You’ll find Boughton Monchelsea on the B2163, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Boughton Green (1 mile west), Park Wood (1 mile north-east), Loose (1 mile north-west), Wierton (1 mile south-east) and Shepway (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles west) and Kings Hill (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Boughton Monchelsea
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Senacre Technology College, Cornwallis Academy and The Curious Eatery pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Boughton Monchelsea is East Farleigh station, roughly 2.7 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include The Mall Maidstone (2.8 miles north) and Oakwood Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Detling Hill.
Useful tips for Boughton Monchelsea property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a small place like Boughton Monchelsea, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Boughton Monchelsea, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.