Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Fairbourne Heath
Wondering about the roof at a property in Fairbourne Heath? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Fairbourne Heath and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
Thermal roof survey in Fairbourne Heath
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. Common reasons to book are cold spots on ceilings under the roof and damp that repairs haven’t cured, on insulated roof spaces, ceilings below the roof and loft conversions.
Somewhere as small as Fairbourne Heath, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Fairbourne Heath (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Fairbourne Heath
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Fairbourne Heath frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Flying and imaging in Fairbourne Heath
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Anyone responsible for a site like Platts Heath Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Leeds Castle lies about 2.3 miles north-west, so building around Fairbourne Heath goes back a long way. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Fairbourne Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Roofs in Fairbourne Heath get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Fairbourne Heath. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across ME17 for thermal roof surveys. Local streets include Lenham Road and Windmill Hill, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Liverton Street (1 mile east), Ulcombe (1 mile south-west), Platt's Heath (1 mile east), Pollhill (1 mile north) and Grafty Green (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Local landmarks in Fairbourne Heath
In Fairbourne Heath, that means homes and buildings near The Lenham School and Kiln Wood. The nearest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.2 miles north-west).
Common questions in Fairbourne Heath
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fairbourne Heath?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Fairbourne Heath is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Fairbourne Heath?
Yes. Fairbourne Heath is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.
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. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
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.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Also near Fairbourne Heath
Also in Fairbourne Heath
Leave it or get it looked at?
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. Older cottages and farmhouses around Fairbourne Heath can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Fairbourne Heath
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 20 years’ experience
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and letting agents in Fairbourne Heath book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.