Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Shorne, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for thermal roof surveys in Shorne. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Cold areas below the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Landlord and commercial surveys in Shorne
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shorne
Thermal imaging is part of our Premium Survey, which starts from £400. It also includes a drone inspection where it applies, a structural analysis and a same-day report. There is an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a note of what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. We survey commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are thin or uneven insulation in the roof and leaks far from where the stain appears.
Somewhere as small as Shorne, older roofs are frequently 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 before the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Shorne (DA12)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we’re asked to look at in Shorne
After a repair, some owners want to know whether the roof has dried out. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water that travels before it shows
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What a thermal roof survey looks like in Shorne
Shorne is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind off the sea can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. About 2.3 miles south-west lies Cobham College, a reminder of how long the area around Shorne has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Shorne Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Shorne is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. Anywhere in Shorne, we can come and survey your property. Across Kent, we cover Shorne. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
All of DA12 is within our area for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include The Street, Cob Drive and Crown Green, and we cover them all. Other places close to Shorne include Upper Ifield (1 mile west), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south), Higham (1 mile east), Thong (1 mile west) and Gadshill (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Northfleet (4 miles west) and Swanley (11 miles west).
Landmarks near Shorne
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rose and Crown pub, Shorne Woods Country Park and Thamesview School. For rail, the closest station is Higham station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Gravesham Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Gravesham Community Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
Nearby places to Shorne
What else we do in Shorne
Why get it checked now?
Before replacing a large flat roof, it’s useful to know how much of it is actually wet. Images backed by moisture readings show where problems seem to be before you spend. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Shorne
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys on any day of the week
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Cottages and farmhouses around Shorne frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We check the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there’s safe access.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
For a price for thermal roof surveys in Shorne, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Your questions about thermal roof surveys in Shorne
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shorne?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Shorne in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Shorne as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can be useful, though pitched roofs are usually harder to read. The air space under slates and tiles can hide patterns, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there’s safe access.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
Conditions on the day affect the results. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How do I book a survey in Shorne?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Useful tips for Shorne property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Heat the home normally on the days before
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it’s easy to find each area on the roof.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. The less water sits, the less can find its way beneath.