Medway · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Cliffe, Medway
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Cliffe, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Cliffe
Cliffe is within about 2 miles of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Temple Manor, about 4.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Cliffe. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Helen's Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you live in an older home near Church of St Helen, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Cliffe is about 5 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. We visit Cliffe as part of our work across Medway, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Medway, large and small. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in ME3 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, St Helens Road and Chesterton Road. We also cover the places around Cliffe: Cliffe Woods (2 miles south), Church Street (2 miles south-west), Mockbeggar (3 miles south), Lower Higham (3 miles south-west) and Higham (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (7 miles south-east), Chatham (7 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Strood (5 miles south) and Luton (6 miles south).
Local landmarks in Cliffe
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Evening Star pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Higham station, roughly 2.6 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include French Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Upnor Castle (3.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Gad's Hill and Thurrock Thameside Nature Park.
How a thermal roof survey works in Cliffe
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. If you’ve noticed damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and missing or slipped insulation, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Cliffe, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Cliffe (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Cliffe
Is my home in Cliffe listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. 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.
Do you cover smaller places like Cliffe?
Yes. Cliffe is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Useful tips for Cliffe property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Keep a record of when stains appear
Where a pattern cannot be confirmed, the report says what could help, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Towns and villages near Cliffe
Also in Cliffe
What we do, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a small place like Cliffe, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How big the roof is
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
We’ll normally ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What we can’t see
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof