Kent · London and the South East
Hicks Forstal Thermal Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Hicks Forstal. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof survey in Hicks Forstal
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. It helps to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We talk through the forecast when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. We survey commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and insulated roof spaces, and people most often book us about missing or slipped insulation and patches of heat loss across the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Hicks Forstal are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or 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.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Hicks Forstal (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Hicks Forstal
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Look out for signs like these:
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Around Hicks Forstal, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Before booking anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What insurance they carry
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Hicks Forstal
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Hicks Forstal
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hicks Forstal?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Hicks Forstal is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Hicks Forstal listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Useful tips for Hicks Forstal property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Don’t switch the heating off before the visit
If you are buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Thermal roof surveys in Hicks Forstal: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Hicks Forstal, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Spires Academy, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Hicks Forstal for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Hicks Forstal is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work.
All of CT3 is covered for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Hicks Forstal: Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
Near you in Hicks Forstal
Typical jobs here are in homes near Curtis Wood, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Sturry station, about 2.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
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 can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Hicks Forstal needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.