Medway · London and the South East
Lower Upnor Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Lower Upnor, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
Thermal roof survey in Lower Upnor: what you get
Thermal imaging is a useful tool, but it has limits. 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. Our report says plainly what the camera picked up and how sure we can be. If a finding can’t be confirmed, the report suggests a next step. If you’ve noticed thin or uneven insulation in the roof and wet insulation beneath the membrane, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on commercial roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof alike.
In a small place like Lower Upnor, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Lower Upnor (ME2)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Lower Upnor
Lower Upnor lies within about 2 miles of the sea. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Historic houses such as Restoration House, about 2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Lower Upnor goes. 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.
If you look after a building like Chattenden Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Take an older house close to St Philip & St James: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Lower Upnor is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. Lower Upnor is one of many places we visit across Medway, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Medway coverage includes Lower Upnor and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Thermal roof surveys in ME2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Galleon Way, Cutter Close and Schooner Walk. We also cover the places around Lower Upnor: Upper Upnor (1 mile south-west), Chattenden (1 mile north), Wainscott (1 mile west), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east) and Cooling Street (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (3 miles south-east), Chatham (4 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south-west), Luton (3 miles south) and Park Wood (5 miles south-east).
Around Lower Upnor
Around Lower Upnor, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf, The Hundred of Hoo Academy and Waterfront University Technical College. Nearby too are Lower Lines Park (1.3 miles south-east) and The Ship pub (less than half a mile east). For rail, the closest station is Strood station, about 1.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Upnor Castle (within half a mile south) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.9 miles south). Open spaces near Lower Upnor include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
When to book a survey in Lower Upnor
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Leaks that are hard to trace
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Pentagon Shopping Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most.
Before booking anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What experience they bring
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Inside the roof space, thermal images can help with damp around stacks, valleys and roof windows. We check any patterns with moisture readings.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Single-ply PVC, TPO and EPDM roofs are often laid over insulation boards. If water gets under them, thermal imaging can suggest which boards are wet.
FAQs for Lower Upnor
Will you come out to Lower Upnor?
Yes, Lower Upnor is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you cover Lower Upnor?
Yes, Lower Upnor is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Lower Upnor as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It frequently helps show where to look. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings, as the camera alone cannot prove a leak.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It comes with our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. The Premium Survey also covers a full inspection, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lower Upnor
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
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What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Lower Upnor frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.