Kent · London and the South East
Thermal Roof Survey in Tudeley
A careful look at the roof at your property in Tudeley, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Damp where roofs meet walls and chimneys
- Heat escaping through the roof
What we are asked to look at in Tudeley
Once a leak has been fixed, people often 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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks that are hard to trace
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
Take a building like The Schools at Somerhill: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- When you will get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their track record with similar roofs
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tudeley
We present each thermal image next to a normal photo of the same area, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent 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. Typical surveys look at leaks far from where the stain appears and wet areas near outlets and upstands, across pitched roof slopes, flat roofs and commercial roofs.
Villages like Tudeley frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Tudeley (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Built-up felt and asphalt roofs can hide trapped water for a long time. The camera can give clues to where it’s sitting, given suitable conditions on the day.
Single-ply and EPDM roofs
Because these membranes are thin, patterns from below frequently show. Shiny surfaces can reflect heat, so we take care reading the images.
Questions from Tudeley
Will you come out to Tudeley?
Yes, Tudeley is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Tudeley listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about one to two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day have a big effect on what the camera can show. Dry, calm weather after some sun gives the best chance of clear images. Our report notes the conditions and how they affected the findings.
Will the camera show exactly where the water is?
Thermal imaging shows temperature rather than water. Because wet insulation holds heat for longer, it can show as a different temperature, and moisture readings are used to check it.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Do not switch the heating off ahead of the visit
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
- Use the report as a baseline for later checks
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
Buyers can use the findings when talking to the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that’s asking for work or discussing the price.
Keep an eye on ceilings under the roof for new stains. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Towns and villages near Tudeley
Also in Tudeley
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Readings unaffected by sun, shade or reflections
- An energy rating for the building
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ceilings below the roof
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Thermal roof surveys around Tudeley
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 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, so the council is the place to ask. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from ground level, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Tudeley is about 2 miles south-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Anywhere in Tudeley, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Tudeley and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the TN11 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for thermal roof surveys include Tudeley Hale (1 mile north-east), Crockhurst Street (1 mile south-east), Capel (1 mile south-east), Five Oak Green (2 miles east) and Colt's Hill (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south-west), Kings Hill (7 miles north-east), Foley Park (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Tudeley
Around Tudeley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bishop Chavasse Primary School, Hillview School for Girls and The Poacher & Partridge pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Tonbridge station, about 2 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Tonbridge Castle (1.9 miles west) and The Milne Museum (2 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Tudeley can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.