Kent · London and the South East
Flemings Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys in Flemings, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
Thermal roof survey in Flemings: what you get
Thermal imaging is often most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. If you’ve noticed moisture around outlets and upstands and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Flemings may be 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. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Flemings (CT13)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Older and listed buildings around Flemings may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Thermal roof surveys around Flemings
Flemings is within about 5 miles of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. Historic houses such as Goodnestone Park, about 2.7 miles south-west, show how far back building around Flemings goes. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Flemings is about 6 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Flemings. Flemings is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Every address in CT13 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Barnsole (1 mile west), Hammill Park (1 mile south), Coombe (1 mile north-east), Staple (1 mile west) and Ash (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Flemings
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Black Pig Inn and Sandwich Technology School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 2.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include White Mill (2.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Flemings include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is often moved when people work in the roof space.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Flemings often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
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What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- An energy rating for the building
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Flemings
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
FAQs for Flemings
Do you cover Flemings?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Flemings is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is Flemings within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Do you need a thermal roof survey in Flemings?
Some defects simply can’t be seen with the eye. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Stains that keep coming back
- Missing or slipped insulation
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What insurance they carry
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Flemings
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.