Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Little Chart Forstal
Independent thermal roof surveys in Little Chart Forstal. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
FAQs for Little Chart Forstal
Do you carry out roof surveys in Little Chart Forstal?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Little Chart Forstal is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Little Chart Forstal is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How much does a thermal roof survey cost?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
About our thermal roof survey in Little Chart Forstal
Thermal imaging is frequently most useful on flat roofs, from small extensions to large commercial roofs. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. If you’ve noticed thin or uneven insulation in the roof and ceilings that feel colder in places, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes alike.
Somewhere as small as Little Chart Forstal, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Little Chart Forstal (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A formal energy assessment
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Little Chart Forstal
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Thermal roof surveys around Little Chart Forstal
The wider area around Little Chart Forstal has a long history of building, with Godinton House about 2.2 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
For businesses in and around places such as County Square, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Little Chart Forstal is about 4 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Little Chart Forstal, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Little Chart Forstal. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Thermal roof surveys in TN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Little Chart Forstal, we cover Little Chart (1 mile west), Pluckley (2 miles west), Fir Toll (2 miles west), Pluckley Thorne (2 miles west) and Chambers' Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north-west), Ashford (4 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east) and Hythe (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Little Chart Forstal
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Swan Inn And Former Stables and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Charing station, about 2.1 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Romden Castle (4.1 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (5.9 miles south-east).
Why get it checked now?
Without thermal imaging, the only way to see how far water has spread is frequently to open up the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. Older and listed buildings around Little Chart Forstal may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Little Chart Forstal
- PI and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys seven days a week
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Little Chart Forstal
Cold rooms under a roof, or high heating bills, lead some people to ask about heat loss. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated roof areas can show up on the camera, particularly when there is a clear difference between inside and outside.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which limits apply to the survey
- When you’ll get the report
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Older roofs in small places like Little Chart Forstal 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.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We look at the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- 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.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
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How we price thermal roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.