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Thermal imaging roof survey in St Michaels, Kent
Independent thermal roof surveys in St Michaels. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Water getting in at parapets and stacks
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
How a thermal roof survey works in St Michaels
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. Each one comes with an explanation, the moisture readings and our recommendation. With a Premium Survey, the report reaches you the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. If you’ve noticed heat escaping through the roof and gaps in loft insulation, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as St Michaels, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- St Michaels (TN30)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like St Michaels, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We go through the roof, the problem and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe positions.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- Patterns that stand out are checked with moisture readings.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
To get a price for thermal roof surveys in St Michaels, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Thermal roof surveys around St Michaels
There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of St Michaels, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, frequently have flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near St Michaels, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use. Smallhythe Place lies about 3.3 miles south, so building around St Michaels goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
St Michaels is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. St Michaels is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. St Michaels is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for thermal roof surveys. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for thermal roof surveys: TN30. Streets in the area include Ox Lane, Swain Road and Grange Road. Being close to the A28, St Michaels is easy for us to reach. Other places close to St Michaels include London Beach (1 mile north), Tenterden (1 mile south), Broad Tenterden (2 miles south), Parkgate (2 miles west) and Clapper Hill (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles north-east), Foley Park (15 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (15 miles north-west), Bearsted (14 miles north-west) and Park Wood (12 miles north-west).
Near you in St Michaels
We work in homes and buildings around Turners Field and Homewood School, among other places. A little further out are Tenterden and District Museum (1.3 miles south) and Romden Castle (4.3 miles north).
Why it’s worth a survey now in St Michaels
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Surveying sooner gives you more choice about what to do. For older village homes like those around St Michaels, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in St Michaels
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in St Michaels
Landlords and letting agents in St Michaels book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in St Michaels
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Loft conversions
- Flat roofs
Tips that help
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
- File the images with your roof records
- Tell us where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Each thermal image is matched to a normal photo, so the areas are easy to locate.
Have small defects in the covering fixed early. Once water gets under a membrane, it can travel far before it appears inside.
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St Michaels: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in St Michaels is listed?
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 out roof surveys in St Michaels?
Yes, St Michaels is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Does thermal imaging detect leaks directly?
Not directly. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Is thermal imaging included in your surveys?
It’s part of the Premium Survey, from £400. An in-person consultation and a follow-up 12 months later are included too. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. The report is sent afterwards by email.