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Thermal imaging roof survey in Kent Street, East Sussex
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a thermal roof survey in Kent Street and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Cold areas below the roof
Kent Street: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Kent Street?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Kent Street is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Kent Street?
Yes, Kent Street is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The camera records how the surface temperature varies. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or heat escaping. We check what it shows with moisture readings.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Kent Street
A thermal survey is not a quick fix for every roof problem. It shows surface temperature, and things like sun, shade, reflections and wind all affect the readings. We back up the images with moisture readings and a careful look at the roof. The report is clear about what the images show and what they don’t. Where something cannot be confirmed, we say what would help next. We survey loft conversions, pitched roof slopes and insulated roof spaces, and common reasons people get in touch are stains that keep coming back and heat escaping through the roof.
In a small place like Kent Street, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Kent Street (TN33)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Many single-ply and EPDM roofs sit on insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
Loft insulation
The difference is clearest when the home is heated and it is cold out. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kent Street
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Why get it checked now?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it is useful to know how much of it is actually wet. Thermal imaging, checked with moisture readings, gives a clearer picture before you commit. Older cottages and farmhouses around Kent Street can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Kent Street
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
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Airspace, weather and Kent Street roofs
Kent Street lies within about 5 miles of the sea, 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. About 2.2 miles north-west lies Durhamford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Kent Street has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take a building like Ark Helenswood Academy: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Kent Street is about 3 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Kent Street is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our East Sussex coverage includes Kent Street and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in TN33 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Westfield (1 mile east), Telham (2 miles west), Sedlescombe (2 miles north), Whatlington (2 miles north-west) and Brede (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (3 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles south) and Polegate (14 miles south-west).
Around Kent Street
For rail, the closest station is Battle station, about 2.2 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Hastings Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Conquest Hospital (2.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill and Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Kent Street often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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How we price thermal roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.