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Thermal imaging roof survey in Cheriton, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Thermal roof surveys in Cheriton.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Cheriton questions
Will you come out to Cheriton?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Cheriton is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source can’t be confirmed, we will say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Thermal roof survey in Cheriton: what you get
A thermal camera can help when the cause of damp is not obvious. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. We combine the images with a visual inspection and moisture readings, so no conclusion rests on one method alone. If you are worried about possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and wet areas near outlets and upstands, we can find out what’s behind it, on insulated roof spaces, ceilings below the roof and loft conversions alike.
Older cottages and houses around Cheriton may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Cheriton (CT19, CT20, CT50)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Cheriton
A damp patch that keeps coming back usually has a cause that hasn’t been found. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, rather than more guesswork. On a bungalow or cottage around Cheriton, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Cheriton
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Stains that keep coming back
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
If you look after a building such as All Soul's Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Questions to ask before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
- Their insurance cover
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Problems where roof slopes and walls meet are frequently hidden. A careful visual inspection goes alongside the images.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Parking around Cheriton is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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 the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking before the day
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cheriton
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
More services for Cheriton
Thermal roof surveys around Cheriton
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Cheriton. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Within a mile and a half or so of Cheriton there are several hotels. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Cheriton, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition. The streets around a church such as Church of All Souls are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Cheriton is about 1 mile west of Folkestone, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Cheriton, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Canterbury.
We work across CT19, CT20 and CT50 for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Oaks Road, Firs Lane and Star Lane and the roads around them. You’ll find Cheriton on the M20, which makes it simple to reach. If you’re just outside Cheriton, we cover Sandgate (1 mile south), Folkestone (1 mile east), Peene (1 mile north-west), Newington (1 mile west) and Arpinge (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (8 miles north-east), Deal (14 miles north-east), Hythe (3 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Cheriton
In Cheriton, that means homes and buildings near The Folkestone Academy, Lower Leas Coastal Park and White Lion pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Folkestone West station, roughly 0.6 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Sandgate Castle (1 mile south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (1.3 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Sugar Loaf Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.