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Thermal imaging roof survey in Lordswood, Medway
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof around Lordswood, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Thermal roof surveys in Lordswood: local notes
Lordswood 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. Rochester Airport is about 3 miles from Lordswood. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St David's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Anyone responsible for a site like St Benedict's Catholic Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Lordswood is about 2 miles south of Chatham, in Medway. We survey roofs in Lordswood and the rest of Medway. Lordswood is one of the towns and villages in Medway where we work for thermal roof surveys.
Every address in ME5 and ME7 is covered for thermal roof surveys. We offer thermal roof surveys to properties on Hall Road, Rover Road and Gould Road. Other places close to Lordswood include Lidsing (1 mile south-east), Walderslade (1 mile west), Dunn Street (1 mile south-east), Bredhurst (1 mile east) and Hempstead (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Gillingham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north-west), Rainham (3 miles north-east), Strood (5 miles north-west), Twydall (3 miles north-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (6 miles north). Lordswood is among the bigger towns we cover in Medway.
Around Lordswood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Greenacre Academy, South Wood and The Harrow pub. Lordswood’s nearest station is Chatham station, about 3.2 miles north. Nearby you will also find Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.4 miles north) and Medway Maritime Hospital (3 miles north). For a walk, there’s Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lordswood
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. It’s important to know that the camera shows temperature, not water, so we check what it shows with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. The report also notes the conditions on the day, since they affect what the camera can show. Common reasons to book are stains that keep coming back and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, across loft conversions, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces.
Around Lordswood, plenty of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. The parts you cannot see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. The forecast decides the day. Even so, a close-up image frequently shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from the ground misses.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Lordswood (ME5, ME7)
- Region
- Medway
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. In a smaller place like Lordswood, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Lordswood, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Lordswood
Are there drone restrictions around Lordswood?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Rochester Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lordswood?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. It’s used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings because the camera can’t confirm water on its own.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The weather makes a real difference. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Lordswood?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Lordswood
Some owners book because the rooms under the roof feel cold. Missing or slipped insulation can stand out as temperature differences, particularly when it’s warm inside and cold outside.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cold areas below the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Restoration House, about 3.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lordswood. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
In the loft space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- An energy rating for the building
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes