Kent · London and the South East
Sheldwich Thermal Roof Survey
Thermal roof surveys across Sheldwich, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Gaps in loft insulation
Thermal roof surveys in Sheldwich: local notes
About 1.6 miles west lies Belmont House and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around Sheldwich has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Anyone responsible for a site like Sheldwich Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Sheldwich is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. In Sheldwich, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Kent, we cover Sheldwich and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the ME13 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. You’ll find streets like Ashford Road and Lees Court Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Sheldwich include Sheldwich Lees (1 mile south-east), North Street (1 mile north), Badlesmere (1 mile south), Throwley (1 mile south-west) and Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Faversham (3 miles north).
Landmarks near Sheldwich
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Abbey School. The closest station to Sheldwich is Selling station, roughly 2.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (3.6 miles west).
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sheldwich
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. We’re frequently asked to look into missing or slipped insulation and possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering, across pitched roof slopes, insulated roof spaces and ceilings below the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Sheldwich may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Sheldwich (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere as small as Sheldwich, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Loft insulation
In the loft space, the camera can pick up gaps and thin areas of insulation. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
Pitched slate and tile roofs
On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s happening underneath. We combine the images with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
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. In a place like Sheldwich, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
- Photos and a written report every time
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Sheldwich: your questions answered
Is my home in Sheldwich listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Sheldwich?
Yes, Sheldwich is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Sheldwich?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Can you use a thermal camera on a sloping roof?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. We explain what the images can and cannot tell you, and we check them with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Can you check my loft insulation with a thermal camera?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations, but the report shows where to look more closely.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Sheldwich
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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How we price thermal roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.