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Thermal Roof Survey in The Brents
A careful look at the roof at your property in The Brents, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
How a thermal roof survey works in The Brents
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. It helps to have a sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air. Rain, a strong wind or heavy cloud can make the images less clear. We talk through the forecast when you book, and the report explains how the conditions on the day affected the results. Typical surveys look at moisture around outlets and upstands and water getting in at parapets and stacks, across loft conversions, flat roofs and pitched roof slopes.
Older cottages and houses around The Brents may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- The Brents (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in The Brents
Unexplained damp is one of the main reasons people ask for thermal imaging. A leak may start well away from where the stain appears. Temperature patterns can help narrow down where to look.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Anyone responsible for a site like Davington Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Questions to ask before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Thermal roof surveys in The Brents: local notes
The Brents lies within about 3 miles of the sea. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Within a mile and a half or so of The Brents there are several hotels. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
Belmont House and Gardens lies about 3.9 miles south-west, so building around The Brents goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. The streets around a church like Faversham Parish Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
The Brents is about 1 mile north-east of Faversham, in Kent. We survey roofs in The Brents and the surrounding area across London and South East England. The Brents is one of the places in Kent we cover for thermal roof surveys. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Thermal roof surveys in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Ham Road, Back Lane and Quay Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Davington (1 mile west), Faversham (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile south), Oare (1 mile north-west) and Ospringe (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (6 miles east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Around The Brents
Around The Brents, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Brents Tavern, Oare Meadow and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School and the streets around them. The closest station to The Brents is Faversham station, roughly 0.6 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Newnham Castle (4.6 miles south-west).
What a thermal roof survey doesn’t cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Seeing water directly, as the camera shows temperature, not moisture
- The condition of timbers we cannot see
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Commercial roofs
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. A visit to a smaller place like The Brents is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start by discussing the roof, any signs of damp and how the weather may affect the images.
- We look at the roof from ground level, 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.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Thin membranes can show patterns from the layers beneath. Reflections from shiny surfaces can affect readings, which we allow for.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Glossy GRP can reflect heat. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
The Brents: your questions answered
Is The Brents in the area you cover?
Yes, The Brents is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in The Brents as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in The Brents listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
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.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
How quickly is the report sent?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Useful tips for The Brents property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Talk to us about the weather when booking
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Clear leaves from outlets and gutters each autumn
Many people send the report to roofers, who can then quote for the areas shown. Because the images are paired with photos, it is easy to find each area on the roof.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry, when the conditions are suitable.