Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Stone, Kent
Independent thermal roof surveys in Stone. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
About our thermal roof survey in Stone
Our Premium Survey, from £400, brings together a full roof inspection and thermal imaging. You also get a drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and a report on the same day. There’s an in-person consultation as well, plus a follow-up 12 months later. To book, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’ve noticed. For big commercial roofs, we quote on size and access. We survey insulated roof spaces, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks far from where the stain appears and areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions.
Around Stone, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Stone (DA9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stone
Landlords, agents and building managers in Stone and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
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Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- File the images with your roof records
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
After the visit, we put the thermal images, photos and moisture readings into one report. We explain what each image may mean, with our recommendations. With a Premium Survey, you get the report the same day.
Clear outlets and gutters regularly, so water does not sit on the roof. Less standing water means less chance of it getting under the covering.
Why act early in Stone
A damp patch that keeps coming back usually has a cause that hasn’t been found. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, rather than more guesswork. Around Stone, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
For a price for your roof in Stone, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: 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 typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Stone, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking before the day
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Stone roofs
Stone lies within about 5 miles of the sea, 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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Take a building like Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. If you run a business near Bluewater, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
Stone is about 2 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. We carry out thermal roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Stone and the surrounding area. Stone is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for thermal roof surveys. There’s also a page for London.
Every address in DA9 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Church Road, Perkins Close and Richardson Close. Being close to the A296, Stone is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Greenhithe (1 mile north-east), Swanscombe (1 mile east), Bean (2 miles south-east), Darenth (2 miles south) and Temple Hill (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (5 miles east), Northfleet (3 miles east), Swanley (5 miles south-west), Kings Hill (13 miles south-east) and Windmill Hill (4 miles east).
Near you in Stone
Around Stone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Darenth Country Park, The White Hart Public House and Stone Lodge School and the streets around them. Stone’s nearest station is Stone Crossing station, about 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Stone Museum of Geology (1.3 miles west) and Darent Valley Hospital (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Stone includes Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
When to book a survey in Stone
Some buyers want extra detail before they commit to a purchase. A Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report, which helps when timescales are tight.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
Historic houses like Hall Place and Gardens, about 4.8 miles west, show how far back building around Stone goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roof by roof
Loft insulation
In the roof 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.
FAQs for Stone
How do I find out if my home in Stone is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Stone?
Yes, Stone is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
What conditions are best for thermal imaging?
The results depend on the weather. A dry surface, little wind and a sunny spell beforehand help most. We record the conditions in the report, so you know how much weight to give the images.
Will thermal imaging find my leak?
Thermal imaging can help, alongside other checks. What it shows depends on the weather and the roof. If the source cannot be confirmed, we will say what could help next, like electronic leak detection.