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Thermal Roof Survey in Ivychurch
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out thermal roof surveys in Ivychurch, with photos and a clear written report.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ivychurch
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Missing or slipped insulation and gaps at the eaves often show up as temperature differences. It works best when the building is heated and it is colder outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We do not give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. We are often asked to look into damp that repairs haven’t cured and patches of heat loss across the roof, on flat roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Ivychurch are 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. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Ivychurch (TN29)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Ivychurch can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
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Ivychurch questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ivychurch?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Ivychurch?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Thermal images can suggest where heat is escaping and where insulation may be missing. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- An energy rating for the building
- Confirming water without moisture readings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Ivychurch
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Ivychurch
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Also in Ivychurch
When to book a survey in Ivychurch
Once a leak has been fixed, people often ask whether the roof is still wet. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped, given suitable conditions on the day.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
The streets around a church like Church of St George are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will the report include photos?
Thermal roof surveys in Ivychurch: local notes
Ivychurch lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
For any home in Ivychurch, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Ivychurch is about 9 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Ivychurch and the rest of Kent. Across Kent, we cover Ivychurch and the places around it. Canterbury is in our area too.
Every address in TN29 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Ivychurch include Brenzett (2 miles west), Snargate (2 miles west), Ruckinge (4 miles north), Hamstreet (4 miles north) and Kenardington (5 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles north), Folkestone (13 miles east), Hythe (9 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (9 miles north-west) and Cheriton (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Ivychurch
We work in homes and buildings around The Bell Inn and the streets around them. Ivychurch’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 3.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.2 miles west) and Romney 'castle' (1.5 miles south). For a walk, there’s Burnthouse Pen.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, giving you the chance to talk through the images and findings. There is a 12-month follow-up too.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.