Kent · London and the South East
Longfield Hill Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys across Longfield Hill, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Missing or slipped insulation
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Longfield Hill
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. If you’ve noticed water getting in at parapets and stacks and ceilings that feel colder in places, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Longfield Hill, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Longfield Hill (DA3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below often show. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We check cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there is a pattern around them.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Longfield Hill
Longfield Hill is within about 5 miles of the coast. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Cobham College, about 2.8 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Longfield Hill. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. Take a building like Istead Rise Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mildred, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Longfield Hill is about 3 miles south of Northfleet, in Kent. Roofs in Longfield Hill get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Longfield Hill. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the DA3 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Main Road, Nurstead Lane and Ryecroft or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Longfield Hill, we cover New Barn (1 mile north-west), Hartley (1 mile west), Nash Street (1 mile north-east), Meopham (1 mile south-east) and Longfield (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north-east), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north).
Around Longfield Hill
In Longfield Hill, that means homes and buildings near Rectory Meadow and Longfield Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Meopham station, about 1 mile east. Other landmarks nearby include Stone Castle (4.5 miles north-west) and Gravesham Community Hospital (4 miles north). Not far away are Sawyers Lake.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Longfield Hill
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
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What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding them early can mean a smaller job. Around Longfield Hill, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A written report with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Longfield Hill can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
- A full inspection and thermal imaging are carried out together.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Questions from Longfield Hill
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Longfield Hill?
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.
Will you come out to Longfield Hill?
Yes. Longfield Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you give me structural calculations?
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.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain and strong wind can make the images less clear, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.