Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Hawkinge
Thermal roof surveys in Hawkinge from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which frequently helps the camera pick up differences. We confirm any patterns with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
On larger commercial single-ply roofs, thermal imaging can help target moisture readings. That makes the survey more focused.
Thermal roof survey in Hawkinge
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photographs, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. We survey insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and loft conversions, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks that are hard to trace and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions.
Places like Hawkinge can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Hawkinge (CT18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. For a survey in Hawkinge, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Drones, thermal imaging and Hawkinge roofs
Hawkinge is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea 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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Churchill School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Acrise Place lies about 2 miles north-west, so building around Hawkinge goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Luke's, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Hawkinge is about 2 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Hawkinge is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Hawkinge is one of the places in Kent we cover for thermal roof surveys. Canterbury is in our area too.
We survey roofs across CT18 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on The Street, Spitfire Way and Waddington Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Densole (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (1 mile east), Arpinge (1 mile south-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north) and Selsted (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Deal (12 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (6 miles east).
Around Hawkinge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Mayfly pub, among other places. Hawkinge’s nearest station is Folkestone West station, roughly 2 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Hospital (2 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Cheriton Hill.
Towns and villages near Hawkinge
Other services in Hawkinge
Why get it checked now?
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you spend. On a bungalow or cottage around Hawkinge, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- A written report with photographs
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hawkinge
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hawkinge and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Questions from Hawkinge
How do I find out if my home in Hawkinge is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Hawkinge in the area you cover?
Yes, Hawkinge is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
What do I do with the report?
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.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The written report follows by email.