Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Pegwell, Kent
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof for Pegwell, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Thermal roof survey in Pegwell
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, something you can’t typically tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. Common reasons to book are cold spots on ceilings under the roof and areas of a flat roof that may hold water, on insulated roof spaces, loft conversions and commercial roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Pegwell, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Pegwell (CT11, CT12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Pegwell questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Pegwell?
Yes, Pegwell is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Pegwell as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Pegwell?
Yes, Pegwell is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
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.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
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.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
Gaps and thin areas of insulation can show up on the camera. It shows most clearly when it is warm inside and cold outside. We look from the loft as well, where there’s safe access.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Repeated repairs that do not stop a leak are a sign the source hasn’t been traced. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, instead of trying repair after repair. In a small place like Pegwell, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- A written report with photographs
Common roof problems in Pegwell
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. Thermal images and moisture readings can suggest whether moisture is still trapped when the conditions on the day are suitable.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Cold areas below the roof
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Leaks that are hard to trace
The streets around a church such as Church of St Laurence are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Thermal roof surveys in Pegwell: local notes
Pegwell is within about 1 mile of the coast, 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. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
With Quex Park about 4.2 miles north-west, the area around Pegwell has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself. For businesses in and around places such as Westwood Cross, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Pegwell is about 1 mile south-west of St Lawrence, in Kent. Wherever you are in Pegwell, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Canterbury.
Every address in CT11 and CT12 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Saxon Road, Downs Road and London Road. With the A299 close by, Pegwell is easy for us to reach. Other places close to Pegwell include Chilton (1 mile north), Cliffs End (1 mile west), Newington (1 mile north), Manston (2 miles north-west) and Haine (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles west), Margate (4 miles north), Dover (14 miles south), Broadstairs (3 miles north-east), Deal (8 miles south) and Herne Bay (12 miles west).
Local landmarks in Pegwell
Typical jobs here are in homes near Churchill House School With Railed Area, Chatham House Grammar School and Sandwich and Pegwell Bay, among other places. Pegwell’s nearest station is Ramsgate station, roughly 1.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Ramsgate General Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Westwood Cross (2.2 miles north). For a walk, there’s Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Useful tips for Pegwell property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- File the images with your roof records
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water doesn’t sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, 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. In a small place like Pegwell, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- A thermal camera records how the surface temperature varies across the roof.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- You get a report with thermal images, photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Pegwell
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Ceilings below the roof
Landlord and commercial surveys in Pegwell
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.