Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Loose, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Loose. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
What we look for on each type of roof
Loft insulation
Loft insulation is easily disturbed when people store things or run cables. Thermal images can show where it has been pushed aside.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
On felt and asphalt flat roofs, wet insulation can show as a temperature difference across the surface. Moisture readings are used to check them.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Loose
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. The report shows the images and explains what they may mean. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. If you’ve noticed areas of a flat roof that may hold water and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Loose, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Loose (ME15, ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Loose
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. About 2.8 miles east lies Stoneacre, a reminder of how long the area around Loose has been built on. 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.
Shop and office owners around The Mall Maidstone may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Loose is about 2 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. If you’re in Loose, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Loose is one of the places in Kent we cover.
Here we cover the ME15 and ME17 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Whether your property is on Rosemount Close, Malthouse Hill and Old Loose Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Boughton Green (1 mile south-east), Boughton Monchelsea (1 mile south-east), Linton (1 mile south), Park Wood (2 miles east) and Shepway (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles west) and Northfleet (15 miles north-west).
Around Loose
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cornwallis Academy and The Chequers Inn. The nearest railway station is East Farleigh station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Kent Fire Brigade Museum (1.4 miles north) and The Mall Maidstone (2.4 miles north).
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Loose
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
Anyone responsible for a site like Loose Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Honest limits
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
Why get it checked now?
Heat lost through a roof costs money every winter. Thermal images can show where insulation is missing or has slipped, so improvements can go where they’re needed. For older village homes like those around Loose, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Loose, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Surveys seven days a week
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
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What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Loose, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- We look over the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Loose: your questions answered
Will you come out to Loose?
Yes. Loose is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Loose listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: 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.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.