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Thermal Roof Survey in Richborough Port
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Richborough Port from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- What’s inside walls or under coverings, without opening up
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- Confirming water without moisture readings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Richborough Port
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. It can show patterns that point to trapped moisture under the membrane. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. Typical surveys look at damp that repairs haven’t cured and heat escaping through the roof, across ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and insulated roof spaces.
Somewhere as small as Richborough Port, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
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
- Richborough Port (CT13)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Prices for thermal roof surveys in Richborough Port
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to tell us when you get in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Wet insulation under a flat roof doesn’t dry out on its own while the covering stays on. In time, it stops insulating properly and can damage the deck. Finding the wet areas sooner keeps the work smaller. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Felt and asphalt sit tight to the layers below, which often helps the camera pick up differences. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Parapets, valleys and junctions
Junctions where roofs meet walls, parapets and valleys are common places for water to get in. The camera can help show damp around these junctions.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Richborough Port, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Richborough Port: your questions answered
Is Richborough Port within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Richborough Port is listed?
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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Richborough Port?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Common roof problems in Richborough Port
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
Common reasons to book include:
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Water that travels before it shows
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Quex Park, about 4.3 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Richborough Port. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Drones, thermal imaging and Richborough Port roofs
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Richborough Port, and coastal wind can be strong. 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, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Sir Roger Manwood's School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Richborough Port is about 4 miles south-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. We survey roofs in Richborough Port and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Richborough Port and the places around it. There is also a page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT13 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Richborough Port: Ebbsfleet (1 mile north), Sevenscore (2 miles north), Cliffs End (2 miles north-east), Way (2 miles north) and Pegwell (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (5 miles north), Dover (12 miles south), Ramsgate (4 miles north-east), Broadstairs (5 miles north-east) and Whitstable (14 miles west).
What’s near Richborough Port
Around Richborough Port, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sandwich and Pegwell Bay, among other places. The nearest railway station is Thanet Parkway station, about 1.8 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Ramsgate General Hospital (3.2 miles north-east) and White Mill (2.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Richborough Port include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.