Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Hastingleigh, Kent
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Hastingleigh, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
About our thermal roof survey in Hastingleigh
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. We’re frequently asked to look into damp around roof outlets and upstands and stains that keep coming back, on commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and loft conversions.
In a village or hamlet like Hastingleigh, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Hastingleigh (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether you ask for work before completion or discuss the price.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
How we price thermal roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Hastingleigh
Is Hastingleigh within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Hastingleigh in the area you cover?
Yes, Hastingleigh is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does thermal imaging work on slate and tile roofs?
It can help, but the results are frequently less clear than on a flat roof. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. 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.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Inside the loft space, thermal images can help with damp around stacks, valleys and roof windows. Findings are checked with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
Insulation frequently gets moved during work in the loft. Thermal images can show where it has been pushed aside.
Drones, thermal imaging and Hastingleigh roofs
Older houses across Kent frequently 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. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Hastingleigh is about 6 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. In Hastingleigh, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Kent coverage includes Hastingleigh and the places around it. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Becket's Close and Tamley Lane. We also cover the places around Hastingleigh: Folly Town (1 mile west), Hassell Street (1 mile north), Brook (2 miles west), Brabourne (2 miles south) and Bircholt Forstal (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (9 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Hastingleigh
In Hastingleigh, that means homes and buildings near Spong Wood and The Bowl Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Hastingleigh is Wye station, roughly 3.2 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include William Harvey Hospital (3.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Hastingleigh includes Hatch Park.
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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 make notes for the report. It usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older roofs in small places like Hastingleigh can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. 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.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
What we are asked to look at in Hastingleigh
Some defects simply cannot be seen with the eye. Wet insulation, gaps in insulation and heat loss are often invisible from outside. Thermal imaging gives us another way to look for them.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Heat escaping through the roof
Anyone responsible for a site like Bodsham Church of England Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Questions to ask before booking
- What experience they bring
- Their report turnaround times
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- A formal energy assessment
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Proving moisture from the images alone
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions