Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Folkestone
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Folkestone. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Water that travels before it shows
How a thermal roof survey works in Folkestone
What a thermal camera can show depends a lot on the weather. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We will discuss the weather with you when booking, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. We are frequently asked to look into damp that repairs haven’t cured and wet insulation beneath the membrane, across pitched roof slopes, flat roofs and commercial roofs.
For a town like Folkestone, every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map, including zones around airports and prisons. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). We take care over neighbours’ privacy. Flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight, as the open category requires.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Folkestone (CT20, CT19, CT21)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you spend. Roof faults found early can be planned for, whereas a leak tends to force the timing on you.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Folkestone
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Every finding written up with photos
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Airspace, weather and Folkestone roofs
Folkestone is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Hotels and guest houses near Folkestone can’t easily close rooms for a leak. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Stella Maris Catholic Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Folkestone is in Kent. Folkestone is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the CT20, CT19 and CT21 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Local streets include Christ Church Road, Middelburg Square and Station Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Folkestone include the A259 and A260, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Cheriton (1 mile west), Sandgate (1 mile south-west), Hawkinge (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles north-west) and Seabrook (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (7 miles north-east), Deal (13 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (7 miles north-east). Being one of Kent’s larger places, Folkestone has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Landmarks near Folkestone
We work in homes and buildings around The Park Inn Hotel, Lower Leas Coastal Park and The Harvey Grammar School, among other places. There is a railway station in Folkestone itself: Folkestone Central station. Well-known places in the area include Folkestone Museum (0.7 miles south-east) and Folkestone Castle (1 mile north). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill.
Questions from Folkestone
How do I find out if my home in Folkestone is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How should I get ready for a visit in Folkestone?
The main thing is access, inside and out, plus somewhere to park in Folkestone. It also helps to know about any leaks or earlier repairs.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
The camera does not see water itself. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, but we check each finding with moisture readings.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It is a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. Where it can’t be pinned down, the report suggests a next step, such as electronic leak detection.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the images show where improvements may help.
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Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Folkestone
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
Common reasons to book include:
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 3.9 miles north, show how far back building around Folkestone goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
What to check before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the survey won’t cover
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. For a home in Folkestone, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. If you won’t be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences frequently show through. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they can’t.