Kent · London and the South East
Potter's Forstal Thermal Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out thermal roof surveys in Potter's Forstal and across Kent.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Cold areas below the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Potter's Forstal
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help us trace where it may have come from. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. Typical surveys look at heat escaping through the roof and ceilings that feel colder in places, across flat roofs, loft conversions and ceilings below the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Potter's Forstal may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, 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.
You receive the findings 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.
- Location
- Potter's Forstal (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Potter's Forstal: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Potter's Forstal?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Potter's Forstal within the area you cover?
Yes, Potter's Forstal is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
What does a thermal roof survey show?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, and we check them with moisture readings.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
It is 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.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Airspace, weather and Potter's Forstal roofs
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Egerton Church of England Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. In and around Potter's Forstal, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Potter's Forstal is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in Potter's Forstal, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: TN27. We also cover the places around Potter's Forstal: Egerton Forstal (1 mile south-east), Pembles Cross (1 mile north), Newland Green (1 mile south-east), Mundy Bois (1 mile south-east) and Egerton (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
Around Potter's Forstal
For rail, the closest station is Pluckley station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east. A little further out are Coldbridge Castle (0.8 miles north-west).
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- The condition of timbers we can’t see
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
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 before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
Why get it checked now?
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. Older and listed buildings around Potter's Forstal may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book us in Potter's Forstal
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Potter's Forstal frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
What affects the price in Potter's Forstal
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Heat the home normally on the days before
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.