Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Clement Street, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Clement Street. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. We explain what can and can’t be read from them.
Thermal roof survey in Clement Street: what you get
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. That’s why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. The report is clear about what the images show and what they do not. If a finding cannot be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. We’re often asked to look into wet areas near outlets and upstands and patches of heat loss across the roof, across insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes.
In a village or hamlet like Clement Street, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Clement Street (BR8)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Clement Street
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Clement Street, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email 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
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Check from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
Places near Clement Street
Also in Clement Street
Airspace, weather and Clement Street roofs
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Historic houses such as Hall Place and Gardens, about 3.3 miles north-west, show how far back building around Clement Street goes. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. The streets around a church such as Church of Saint Paul 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 photos from the air and thermal images help. Take a building like Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Clement Street is about 2 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Clement Street, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of BR8 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Clement Street, we cover Hawley (1 mile north-east), Sutton at Hone (1 mile east), South Darenth (2 miles south-east), Darenth (2 miles east) and St Margarets (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Sevenoaks (9 miles south), Gravesend (7 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south), Northfleet (6 miles east), Kings Hill (13 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (4 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Clement Street
Typical jobs here are in homes near Dartford Heath, Wilmington Academy and The Plough pub. Clement Street’s nearest station is Farningham Road station, about 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Eynsford Castle (3 miles south) and West Hill Hospital (2.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit.
Clement Street: your questions answered
Is Clement Street within the area you cover?
Yes, Clement Street is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Clement Street?
Yes, Clement Street is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
What does the report include?
A written report with photographs, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, with the most urgent first where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will the survey show heat loss through my roof?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. The difference is clearest when the building is heated and it is colder outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Why get it checked now?
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so you know where to put things right. Around Clement Street, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Clement Street
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Photos and a written report every time
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.