Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Postling Green
Thermal roof surveys in Postling Green and the rest of Kent. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It’s your decision how to use it, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.
Thermal roof survey in Postling Green: what you get
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. That means a wet area can show up as a different temperature from the rest of the roof. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, something you can’t normally tell from the surface. We then check those areas with moisture readings. We survey ceilings below the roof, insulated roof spaces and pitched roof slopes, and people most often book us about damp patches with no obvious cause and leaks far from where the stain appears.
Some older homes in villages like Postling Green are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Postling Green (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Proving moisture from the images alone
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Postling Green
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
FAQs for Postling Green
Is my home in Postling Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Postling Green?
Yes. Postling Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you do a thermal survey in any weather?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
How we price thermal roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The roof’s overall size
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Also near Postling Green
What else we do in Postling Green
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Postling Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Thermal roof surveys around Postling Green
Postling Green is within about 5 miles of the coast. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Westenhanger Castle, about 3.2 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Postling Green. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Martin, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Take a building like Aldington Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Postling Green is about 5 miles west of Hythe, in Kent. We survey roofs in Postling Green as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
All of TN25 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Aldington (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north-west), Bonnington (1 mile west), Clap Hill (1 mile north-west) and Aldington Frith (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (6 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north), Dover (15 miles east), Folkestone (9 miles east), Hythe (5 miles east) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Postling Green
In Postling Green, that means homes and buildings near Walnut Tree Inn and Poulton Wood, among other places. The closest station to Postling Green is Westenhanger station, about 3.5 miles east. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (4.6 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Postling Green include Hatch Park.