Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Hackington, Kent
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hackington. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
- Gaps in loft insulation
Drones, thermal imaging and Hackington roofs
Hackington lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Whitefriars Shopping Centre, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. Take an older house close to Church of St Cosmus and St Damian: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Hackington is about 2 miles north of Canterbury, in Kent. In Hackington, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across CT2 for thermal roof surveys. You will find streets like Link Road, Fleets Lane and Darwin Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Hackington include Tyler Hill (1 mile north-west), Blean (1 mile west), Honey Hill (2 miles north-west), Radfall (2 miles north) and Denstroude (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south-west), Margate (14 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Hackington
We work in homes and buildings around St Edmund's School, Ye Olde Beverlie Inn and St Stephen's Junior School and the streets around them. Hackington’s nearest station is Canterbury West station, roughly 1.4 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Canterbury Castle (2 miles south) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (1.9 miles south). Open spaces near Hackington include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Thermal roof survey in Hackington
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. 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 do not. Where something can’t be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are water getting in at parapets and stacks and patches of heat loss across the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Hackington may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Hackington (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Hackington, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hackington
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
FAQs for Hackington
Will you come out to Hackington?
Yes, Hackington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Hackington?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How fast do I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
What happens next?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Places near Hackington
What else we do in Hackington
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hackington
For buyers, a thermal survey adds detail that a visual inspection cannot give. Hidden problems found before exchange can be raised with the seller or agent. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Hackington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
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 Hackington
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. There’s a 12-month follow-up too.
Make sure loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
Common roof problems in Hackington
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Look out for signs like these:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Archbishop's School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their drone registration, if they fly one