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Brogdale Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Brogdale from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Landlord and commercial surveys in Brogdale
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Thermal roof survey in Brogdale
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. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. Where something cannot be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey ceilings below the roof, insulated roof spaces and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are damp around roof outlets and upstands and wet insulation beneath the membrane.
Older buildings in small places like Brogdale may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Brogdale (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Brogdale
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Roof by roof
Parapets, valleys and junctions
When valley or parapet gutters overflow, water can get into walls and ceilings. We use the camera and moisture readings to help follow it.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. The camera can give clues to where it’s sitting, when the conditions allow.
FAQs for Brogdale
Do you cover smaller places like Brogdale?
Yes. Brogdale is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Brogdale is listed?
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.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Rural addresses near Brogdale can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- 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.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
What we can’t see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Proving moisture from the images alone
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
Useful tips for Brogdale property owners
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
Drones, thermal imaging and Brogdale roofs
Brogdale is within about 4 miles of the coast. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Brogdale has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half, and like offices and blocks, hotels frequently sit under flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Belmont House and Gardens, about 2.2 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Brogdale. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Brogdale, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do. If you look after a building such as Ospringe Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Brogdale is about 1 mile south-west of Preston, in Kent. We visit Brogdale as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We work across the ME13 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Brogdale: Whitehill (1 mile east), Ospringe (1 mile north), Preston (1 mile north-east), Faversham (1 mile north-east) and Davington (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Herne Bay (12 miles east).
Near you in Brogdale
In Brogdale, that means homes and buildings near The Alma pub and The Abbey School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Faversham station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Newnham Castle (3 miles west).