Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Scragged Oak, Kent
We carry out thermal roof surveys in Scragged Oak and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Scragged Oak
Thermal imaging can also show where a roof is losing heat. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. We survey loft conversions, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof, and common reasons people get in touch are wet areas near outlets and upstands and cold spots on ceilings under the roof.
In a small place like Scragged Oak, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Scragged Oak (ME14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Scragged Oak
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords and letting agents in Scragged Oak book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Thermal images can suggest the extent of wet areas without cutting into the roof. It helps when deciding whether to patch an area or replace the roof. Older cottages and farmhouses around Scragged Oak can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Photographs and a written report every time
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
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Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
If you’re 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
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Scragged Oak
After a long-running leak, insulation under a flat roof can stay wet. Owners want to know how far it has spread before deciding what to do. Thermal images and moisture readings together can show the likely extent.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Missing or slipped insulation
With Stoneacre about 4.8 miles south, the area around Scragged Oak has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Questions from Scragged Oak
Do you cover Scragged Oak?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Scragged Oak listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Our Premium Survey, from £400, includes thermal imaging. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Keep outlets and gutters clear to stop water sitting
- File the images with your roof records
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Insulation is often moved when people work in the loft space.
Drones, thermal imaging and Scragged Oak roofs
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Scragged Oak. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Scragged Oak is about 3 miles south-east of Chatham, in Kent. Roofs in Scragged Oak get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Scragged Oak is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for thermal roof surveys.
We survey roofs across ME14 for thermal roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Lower Cox Street (1 mile south-east), Kemsley Street (1 mile north), Bredhurst (1 mile north-west), Dunn Street (1 mile north-west) and Lidsing (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (6 miles east), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Faversham (13 miles east), Northfleet (13 miles north-west) and Minster (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Scragged Oak
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Levan Strice. The closest station to Scragged Oak is Bearsted station, about 3.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Allington Castle (3.8 miles south-west) and KIMS hospital (2.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill and Burham Down.
What happens on the day
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it normally takes about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Scragged Oak, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Any patterns of interest are checked with moisture readings where we can reach them.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.