Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Mowshurst, Kent
Thermal roof surveys in Mowshurst from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Water that travels before it shows
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Thermal roof survey in Mowshurst: what you get
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey insulated roof spaces, pitched roof slopes and ceilings below the roof, and people most often book us about leaks that are hard to trace and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys.
Older buildings in small places like Mowshurst may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Mowshurst (TN8)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Mowshurst can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there is safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Advice
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Do not switch the heating off before the visit
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Gaps frequently appear after work in the loft.
Drones, thermal imaging and Mowshurst roofs
With Hever Castle about 2.3 miles south-east, Mowshurst sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter and St Paul, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Take a building like Edenbridge Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Mowshurst is about 7 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. We provide thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Mowshurst. Mowshurst is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: TN8. Close by, we survey roofs in Marlpit Hill (1 mile west), Edenbridge (1 mile south-west), Pootings (1 mile north), Four Elms (1 mile north-east) and Troy Town (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Mowshurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Swan pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Edenbridge station, roughly 0.6 miles west. A little further out are Haxted Watermill Museum (2.3 miles south-west) and Hever Castle (2.3 miles south-east).
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Mowshurst
Wet insulation under a flat roof does not dry out on its own while the covering stays on. Over time, it insulates less well and can harm the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. In a small place like Mowshurst, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Mowshurst
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
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Mowshurst: your questions answered
Will you come out to Mowshurst?
Yes, Mowshurst is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is my home in Mowshurst listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Mowshurst?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
It can show temperature patterns that point to missing or thin insulation. It shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. Where we can reach the loft safely, we check there too.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Mowshurst
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How big the roof is
All our prices include VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- When you need the report by
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.