Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Broadstairs, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Broadstairs and across Kent.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water can get through cracked GRP into the deck. We combine a visual check of cracks with the thermal images around them.
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it is warm inside and colder outside. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
About our thermal roof survey in Broadstairs
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photos, so it’s easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you are worried about water that travels before it shows and stains that keep coming back, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around a town like Broadstairs, steep roofs, tall gables and rear slopes are often hidden from the ground. Close-up drone photos and thermal images show what binoculars from the pavement can’t. Both depend on the weather on the day. A typical example is the rear slope over a back addition, which cannot be seen from the street.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Broadstairs (CT10, CT9, CT12)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Flying and imaging in Broadstairs
Broadstairs lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. The wider area around Broadstairs has a long history of building, with Quex Park about 4.7 miles west. 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.
Take a building like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you run a business near Westwood Cross, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
Broadstairs is about 16 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Surveys in Broadstairs work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across Kent, we cover Broadstairs and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the CT10, CT9 and CT12 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street, Union Square and Church Road. You’ll find Broadstairs on the A254 and A255, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Broadstairs: Upton (1 mile south-west), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile south-west), Kingsgate (2 miles north) and Northdown (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south-west), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (14 miles south-west).
Around Broadstairs
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Charles Dickens School, The Charles Dickens School and The Little Albion Inn and the streets around them. Broadstairs has its own railway station: Broadstairs station. A little further out are Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (1.5 miles west). Open spaces near Broadstairs include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Useful tips for Broadstairs property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, for example electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the roof space.
Broadstairs questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broadstairs?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What do I need to do before a survey in Broadstairs?
The main thing is access, inside and out, plus somewhere to park in Broadstairs. Tell us about known leaks or past repairs as well.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. A visit in Broadstairs runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. Someone needs to let us in, so tell us who that will be.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Why get it checked now?
Repeated repairs that do not stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, instead of trying repair after repair. Roof faults found early can be planned for, while one found after water comes through usually has to be dealt with in a hurry, in Broadstairs as anywhere.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Broadstairs
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.