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Thermal Roof Survey in Dean Street
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Dean Street. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Gaps in loft insulation
Thermal roof survey in Dean Street
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging frequently helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. Pitched roofs with slates or tiles are often harder to read, because of the air space beneath, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. We’re frequently asked to look into damp around chimneys and parapets and damp patches with no obvious cause, on ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Dean Street, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Dean Street (ME15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Dean Street
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Knowing how much of the roof is affected helps decide between a local repair and more. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Fremlin Walk, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Useful tips for Dean Street property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Towns and villages near Dean Street
More services for Dean Street
Flying and imaging in Dean Street
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as East Farleigh Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. If you live in an older home near Church of Saint Mary, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Dean Street is about 2 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. In Dean Street, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the ME15 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Forge Lane and Dean Street or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include East Farleigh (1 mile west), Coxheath (1 mile south), Fant (1 mile north), Kettle Corner (1 mile west) and Farleigh Green (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north), Tonbridge (10 miles west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Around Dean Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Walnut Tree pub, St Augustine Academy and Quarry Wood. Dean Street’s nearest station is East Farleigh station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Allington Castle (3 miles north) and Fremlin Walk (2 miles north-east). Not far away are Boxley Hills.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Dean Street, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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 look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Dean Street
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
FAQs for Dean Street
Do you carry out roof surveys in Dean Street?
Yes, Dean Street is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Dean Street as anywhere else.
Is Dean Street within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
A thermal camera shows differences in surface temperature. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat loss. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The report is sent afterwards by email.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- A formal energy assessment
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Dean Street and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.