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Thermal Roof Survey in Farthing Green
Thermal roof surveys across Farthing Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Farthing Green
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. Sun, shade, reflective surfaces and wind can all change what the camera shows. That is why we check findings with moisture readings and a close visual inspection. The report is clear about what the images show and what they don’t. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We’re often asked to look into gaps in loft insulation and damp around chimneys and parapets, on loft conversions, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof.
Villages like Farthing Green frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Farthing Green (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Farthing Green
Is Farthing Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Farthing Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Farthing Green?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
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.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a same-day report.
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 report shows where to look more closely.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It frequently helps show where to look. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone cannot prove a leak.
Thermal roof surveys around Farthing Green
About 4.4 miles north lies Stoneacre, a reminder of how long the area around Farthing Green has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
In and around Farthing Green, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Farthing Green is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. In Farthing Green, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Farthing Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of TN12 for thermal roof surveys. Other places close to Farthing Green include Devil's Den (1 mile north-west), Hawkenbury (1 mile south-west), Rabbit's Cross (2 miles west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles west) and Staplehurst (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
Around Farthing Green
For rail, the closest station is Staplehurst station, about 2.1 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Brattle Farm Museum (3.4 miles south-west) and Sutton Valence Castle (1.6 miles north).
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Farthing Green, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
If the images suggest moisture that cannot be confirmed, we will say what would help next, like electronic leak detection or opening up a small area.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. The camera can point to gaps and thin areas in the insulation, so improvements can go where they’re needed. In a place like Farthing Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Farthing Green
- 20+ years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
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’s a pattern around them.