Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Riseden, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Riseden. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cold areas below the roof
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
How a thermal roof survey works in Riseden
A thermal imaging roof survey uses a thermal camera to show differences in surface temperature across a roof. Those patterns can point to trapped moisture, missing insulation or heat escaping. The camera doesn’t see water itself, so we check what it shows 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 pitched roof slopes, commercial roofs and loft conversions, and the problems we are asked to look at most are wet insulation beneath the membrane and damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys.
In a small place like Riseden, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Riseden (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Riseden
Historic houses like Scotney Castle, about 1.1 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Riseden goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from ground level, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Riseden is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Whether the building in Riseden is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We work across TN17 for thermal roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out thermal roof surveys in Kilndown (1 mile south-west), Bedgebury Cross (1 mile south-east), Stonecrouch (2 miles south), Flimwell (3 miles south) and Three Leg Cross (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (12 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north), Foley Park (13 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north).
Landmarks near Riseden
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (0.5 miles north-west). The countryside around Riseden includes Bewl Water.
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- An energy rating for the building
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Commercial roofs
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Places near Riseden
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Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Riseden
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
Why get it checked now?
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, rather than more guesswork. For an older or listed building in a place like Riseden, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Riseden
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Riseden?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Riseden?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
It’s a useful tool for tracing leaks, but not the only one. The results depend on conditions on the day. If the source can’t be confirmed, we’ll say what could help next, such as electronic leak detection.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Useful tips for Riseden property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep the heating on as usual before a heat loss survey
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
You also get an in-person consultation with a Premium Survey, so you can go through the images with us. There is a 12-month follow-up too.
Consider a repeat survey after major work on the roof, when the conditions are suitable.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Riseden can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.