Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Offham, Kent
Thermal roof surveys in Offham and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Heat escaping through the roof
Thermal roof survey in Offham: what you get
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging frequently helps most. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we combine the camera with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access. If you’ve noticed leaks that are hard to trace and wet areas near outlets and upstands, we can find out what’s behind it, on pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and loft conversions alike.
Some older homes in villages like Offham are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Offham (ME19)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
Why act early in Offham
If a big flat roof may need replacing, knowing the wet areas first is useful. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you spend. Older cottages and farmhouses around Offham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Why us?
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Thermal roof surveys in Offham: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Offham, and like offices and blocks, hotels often sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
If you look after a building such as Offham Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Offham means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Offham is about 7 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Offham is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Offham is one of the places in Kent we cover for thermal roof surveys. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We survey roofs across the ME19 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Church Road, Pepingstraw Close and Teston Road. We also cover the places around Offham: Wrotham Heath (1 mile west), Comp (2 miles west), Kent Street (2 miles south), New Pound (2 miles south) and Herne Pound (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (10 miles north) and Tonbridge (8 miles south-west).
Near you in Offham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to King's Arms Public House and Manor Park Country Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Offham is West Malling station, roughly 1.9 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Leybourne Castle (2.2 miles north-east) and Maidstone Hospital (4.8 miles east).
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Rural addresses near Offham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Prices for thermal roof surveys in Offham
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- When you need the report by
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Offham
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. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Before booking anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Offham questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Offham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Offham within the area you cover?
Yes. Offham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The weather makes a real difference. 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.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. You also get an in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.