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Thermal imaging roof survey in Ightham, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Ightham and across Kent.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
Thermal roof survey in Ightham: what you get
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. It isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation. Common reasons to book are possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering and damp that repairs haven’t cured, across loft conversions, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces.
Older buildings in small places like Ightham may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Ightham (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
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. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Ightham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Even on pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp. We explain what can and cannot be read from them.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We take that into account and check findings with moisture readings.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Ightham
Ightham Mote, about 1.5 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ightham. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ightham Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Ightham is about 4 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We visit Ightham as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Ightham is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for thermal roof surveys. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Thermal roof surveys in TN15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include The Street, Redwell Lane and Old Lane. We also cover the places around Ightham: Oldbury (1 mile north), Ivy Hatch (1 mile south-west), Sheet Hill (1 mile south-east), Styants Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Yopps Green (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south).
Around Ightham
Around Ightham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, Wrotham School and The Old House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Ightham Court (1.1 miles north) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.3 miles east).
When to book a survey in Ightham
Buyers sometimes want more than a visual look at the roof. The Premium Survey brings thermal imaging and a drone inspection where applicable, with a report the same day, which suits a purchase that’s moving quickly.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How soon the report will arrive
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Ightham, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Also in Ightham
What we can’t see
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
- A formal energy assessment
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Ightham
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Ightham
Is Ightham in the area you cover?
Yes, Ightham is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Ightham is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What affects the price in Ightham
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.