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Thermal imaging roof survey in South Alkham, Kent
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in South Alkham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Possible trapped moisture under a flat roof covering
How a thermal roof survey works in South Alkham
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photos, so it is easy to see which part of the roof each one shows. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. Premium reports are sent the same day. If you have questions, the in-person consultation gives you time to go through them. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. We are often asked to look into areas of a flat roof that may hold water and cold areas below the roof, on insulated roof spaces, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs.
Older buildings in small places like South Alkham may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- South Alkham (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for South Alkham property owners
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
Once we’ve been, the thermal images, photos and readings go into a single report. We explain what each image may mean, alongside what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is frequently moved when people work in the loft space.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older roofs in small places like South Alkham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- Thermal images are taken across the roof and, where there’s safe access, in the loft.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- Each image is set beside a normal photo and explained in the report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Checking the roof from ground level
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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What we are asked to look at in South Alkham
Once a leak has been fixed, people frequently ask whether the roof is still wet. A thermal survey with moisture readings can show whether wet areas remain, given suitable conditions on the day.
Look out for signs like these:
- Stains that keep coming back
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 3.5 miles west, show how far back building around South Alkham goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Before you book anyone
- When you will get the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Prices for thermal roof surveys in South Alkham
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Your questions about thermal roof surveys in South Alkham
How do I find out if my home in South Alkham is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is South Alkham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It is 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 will say what could help next, like electronic leak detection.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
The results depend on the weather. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Flying and imaging in South Alkham
South Alkham is within about 2 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. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Anthony the Martyr, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
South Alkham is about 4 miles west of Dover, in Kent. South Alkham is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Meggett Lane and Alkham Valley Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside South Alkham, we cover Alkham (1 mile north-east), Drellingore (1 mile south-west), Chalksole Green (1 mile north), Ewell Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Wolverton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (4 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (10 miles north-east) and Hythe (7 miles south-west).
Landmarks near South Alkham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sladden Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Kearsney station, about 2.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Folkestone Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Crabble Corn Mill (3.1 miles east). Open spaces near South Alkham include Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords and agents in South Alkham book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.