Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Oare, Kent
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Oare. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Missing or slipped insulation
Different roofs, different checks
Loft insulation
Heat loss shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and colder outside. Our report notes how the conditions affected the images.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. Thermal imaging helps suggest where it is, when the conditions allow.
About our thermal roof survey in Oare
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, something you can’t typically tell from the surface. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We are often asked to look into cold spots on ceilings under the roof and moisture around outlets and upstands, across insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and ceilings below the roof.
In a small place like Oare, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Oare (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Oare
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Oare
Not every roof problem shows on the surface. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Oare, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is added on top
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Oare needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- 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.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Oare
Oare lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Belmont House and Gardens lies about 4.3 miles south, so building around Oare goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Davington Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Oare is about 1 mile north of Faversham, in Kent. We cover Oare and the rest of Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Canterbury is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the ME13 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Church Road and Russell Place. We also cover Davington (1 mile south), The Brents (1 mile south-east), Uplees (1 mile north-west), Faversham (1 mile south) and Four Oaks (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (7 miles north-west).
Around Oare
Around Oare, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Oare Meadow, Three Mariners Inn and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Faversham station, about 1.4 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (4.5 miles south-west).
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in Oare, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- File the images with your roof records
- Photograph damp patches with the date
You can pass the report to a roofer so they can see where the problem areas seem to be. Because the images are paired with photos, it is easy to find each area on the roof.
Keep outlets and gutters clear so water drains off the roof quickly. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Common questions in Oare
Do you carry out roof surveys in Oare?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Oare is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is Oare within the area you cover?
Yes. Oare 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 as you book.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That is why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. For bigger commercial roofs, we quote on size.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we discuss the forecast when booking.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can show heat loss and some damp, but it has more limits there. We explain what the images can and can’t tell you, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.