Kent · London and the South East
Densole Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Densole, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Cold areas below the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Densole
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, something you can’t typically tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. We survey ceilings below the roof, commercial roofs and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are water that travels before it shows and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering.
Some older homes in villages like Densole are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Densole (CT18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We look at cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
Loft insulation
In the roof space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We look where there is safe access.
Also near Densole
What else we do in Densole
Landlords, agents and block managers in Densole
Landlords and agents in Densole book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
What affects the price in Densole
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Airspace, weather and Densole roofs
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Densole, and wind off the sea can be strong. 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. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near St Luke's, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 1.2 miles north-west, show how far back building around Densole goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. If you look after a building like Hawkinge Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Densole is about 3 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Densole and the rest of Kent. Densole is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for thermal roof surveys. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across CT18 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on St John's Close, St John's Way and Canterbury Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Hawkinge (1 mile south), Swingfield Minnis (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (2 miles south-east), Arpinge (2 miles south-west) and Selsted (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles north-east) and Hythe (5 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Densole
The closest station to Densole is Folkestone West station, roughly 3.1 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Folkestone Castle (2.1 miles south). For a walk, there’s Cheriton Hill.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Densole can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Densole: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Densole?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Densole in the area you cover?
Yes, Densole is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the images show where improvements may help.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Differences can suggest wet areas, missing insulation or heat loss, which we then check with moisture readings.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report follows by email.
How do I book a survey in Densole?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Heat the home normally on the days before
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.