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Thermal Roof Survey in Ramsgate
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof across Ramsgate, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Thin or uneven insulation in the roof
Thermal roof survey in Ramsgate: what you get
Our thermal survey records how the surface temperature varies across your roof. The patterns can suggest wet insulation, gaps in insulation or places where heat is getting out. The camera does not see water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. Conditions on the day affect the results, and the report explains how. We survey ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces, and people most often book us about damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering.
Older homes in a town like Ramsgate may lose heat through roofs with little or no insulation. A thermal camera shows those cold and warm patches, and some of them can point to moisture. It shows temperature, so anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Results depend on the conditions, which is why the date is chosen with care.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Ramsgate (CT11, CT12, CT10)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In Ramsgate, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so we check what can be seen of the shared parts from your side. It helps to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work, so time on site goes where it’s needed.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Before the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book 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. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ramsgate
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a thermal roof survey doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- An energy rating for the building
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Proving moisture from the images alone
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. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Ramsgate
- Ceilings below the roof
- Flat roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they cannot.
Towns and villages near Ramsgate
What else we do in Ramsgate
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What we need to know
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The address and postcode of the property
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
FAQs for Ramsgate
How do I find out if my home in Ramsgate is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How should I get ready for a visit in Ramsgate?
The main thing is access, inside and out, plus somewhere to park in Ramsgate. Tell us about known leaks or past repairs as well.
How do I book a survey in Ramsgate?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Is Ramsgate in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Ramsgate included.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Ramsgate
Ramsgate lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Luke's Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. Anyone responsible for a site like Priory Infant School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. Shop and office owners around Westwood Cross may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Ramsgate is in Kent. Ramsgate gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. Ramsgate is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for thermal roof surveys. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
We work across the CT11, CT12 and CT10 postcode area for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on High Street, Church Road and High Street St Lawrence or anywhere close by, we can help. With the A254 and A255 close by, Ramsgate is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in St Lawrence (1 mile west), Northwood (1 mile north-west), Upton (1 mile north-east), Broadstairs (2 miles north-east) and St Peter's (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles west), Margate (3 miles north), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (8 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles south).
Near you in Ramsgate
We work in homes and buildings around The Derby Arms, Chatham House Grammar School and St George's Boys School, among other places. Ramsgate has its own railway station: Ramsgate station. Other landmarks nearby include Westwood Cross (1.6 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (less than half a mile south-east). The countryside around Ramsgate includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.