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Thermal Roof Survey in Kenley
Thermal roof surveys in Kenley, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In Kenley, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, tell us as you book.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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About our thermal roof survey in Kenley
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. It also includes a drone inspection where it applies, a structural analysis and a same-day report. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. If you’ve noticed damp patches with no obvious cause and ceilings that feel colder in places, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flying in London takes more checking than most places: there are flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Before a drone goes up in Kenley, the address is checked against all of them, and permission is never taken for granted.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Kenley (CR8, CR2)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Confirming water without moisture readings
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Why act early in Kenley
A poorly insulated roof loses heat year after year. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly, rather than in a rush after a leak.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Kenley
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a record of when stains appear
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
Thermal roof surveys around Kenley
About 3.3 miles north-east lies Addington Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Kenley has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, 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, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near St George's Walk, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera. If you look after a building like Harris Primary Academy Kenley, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Kenley is about 1 mile south-east of Purley, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Kenley and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. We also survey roofs in London.
All of CR8 and CR2 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Oaks Road, Park Road and Roke Road or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A22, Kenley is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Riddlesdown (1 mile north), Sanderstead (1 mile north-east), Whyteleafe (1 mile south-east), Hamsey Green (1 mile east) and South Croydon (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like London (12 miles north), City of Westminster (13 miles north), Marylebone (14 miles north), Kensington (13 miles north), St Pancras (14 miles north) and Shoreditch (14 miles north).
What’s near Kenley
In Kenley, that means homes and buildings near Dollypers Hill and Riddlesdown Collegiate. Kenley has its own railway station: Kenley station. A little further out are St George's Walk (3.4 miles north) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (2.4 miles north). Open spaces near Kenley include Duppas Hill and Foxley Wood.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Kenley questions
Is my home in Kenley listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Kenley?
Usually it is manageable with a little notice. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Do you work in Kenley?
Yes. We survey roofs in Kenley and the rest of Greater London. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Kenley?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. It shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. We look from the loft as well, where there is safe access.