Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Graveney, Kent
A careful look at the roof at your property in Graveney, with photos and a written report.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Stains that keep coming back
- Leaks that are hard to trace
How a thermal roof survey works in Graveney
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it’s colder outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. It isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. Common reasons to book are stains that keep coming back and cold areas below the roof, on commercial roofs, loft conversions and insulated roof spaces.
Villages like Graveney often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Graveney (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Graveney roofs
Graveney lies within about 2 miles of the sea. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take a building like Graveney Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Graveney is about 2 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Graveney for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Kent coverage includes Graveney. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of ME13 is within our area for thermal roof surveys. You will find streets like Murton Place, Sandbanks Lane and Seasalter Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Graveney include Culmers (1 mile south-west), Broom Street (1 mile north-west), Goodnestone (1 mile south-west), Hernhill (1 mile south-east) and Slutshole (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles west), Whitstable (4 miles north-east), Herne Bay (9 miles east) and Minster (9 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Graveney
In Graveney, that means homes and buildings near South Swale and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School and the streets around them. The closest station to Graveney is Faversham station, roughly 2.4 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Tankerton Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. In a place like Graveney, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
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.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Graveney, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. Moisture readings are used to check them.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Graveney
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is often moved when people work in the roof space.
Graveney questions
Will you come out to Graveney?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Graveney?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Graveney is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photographs. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It often 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 because the camera cannot confirm water on its own.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.