Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Shepway
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Shepway, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Damp patches with no obvious cause
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Missing or slipped insulation
Thermal roof surveys in Shepway: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. The wider area around Shepway has a long history of building, with Stoneacre about 1.4 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you run a business near The Mall Maidstone, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera. If you live in an older home near St Martin's Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Shepway is about 1 mile south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Shepway and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Shepway and the places around it.
Surveys in ME15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Derby Road, Devon Road and Surrey Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Willington (1 mile east), Park Wood (1 mile south), Otham (1 mile south-east), Maidstone (1 mile north-west) and Weavering (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (15 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Shepway
In Shepway, that means homes and buildings near Mote Park, The Wheatsheaf pub and Senacre Technology College, among other places. Shepway’s nearest station is Maidstone West station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find KIMS hospital (2.2 miles north) and Allington Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Shepway include Detling Hill.
Thermal roof survey in Shepway: what you get
Thermal imaging is useful when a damp patch has no clear cause. Water can travel some distance under a roof covering before it shows inside, and the camera can show patterns that help us follow it. The images are used alongside a visual inspection and moisture readings, so the findings don’t rely on the camera alone. If you’ve noticed leaks far from where the stain appears and water getting in at parapets and stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on commercial roofs, ceilings below the roof and loft conversions alike.
Even in a smaller place like Shepway, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
With the Standard Survey, you also get 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
- Shepway (ME15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
Cracks in GRP can let water into the boards beneath. We check cracks by eye and use the images to see whether there’s a pattern around them.
Loft insulation
From inside the loft, thermal imaging can show gaps in insulation and cold spots. We inspect the loft where it can be reached safely.
How we price thermal roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Signs you need a thermal roof survey in Shepway
People frequently book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. The camera helps narrow the search.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Water that travels before it shows
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Greenfields Community Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Are they insured for the work?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. A visit to a smaller place like Shepway is no different on the day: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You let us know about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Shepway: your questions answered
Is Shepway within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shepway?
Yes, Shepway is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Take photos of stains as they appear, so we can compare
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shepway
Letting agents and landlords in Shepway book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.