Kent · London and the South East
Twitton Thermal Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Twitton, with photos and a written report.
- Cold spots on ceilings under the roof
- Damp around chimneys and parapets
- Heat escaping through the roof
What a thermal roof survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Insulation values or heat loss calculations
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Insulated roof spaces
- Flat roofs
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Pitched roof slopes
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Twitton
A thermal survey can point to places where heat is escaping through the roof. Gaps in loft insulation and poorly insulated areas can stand out on the images. The difference shows most clearly when it’s warm inside and cold outside. Our report points out what the images suggest and where to look more closely. We don’t give energy ratings or heat loss calculations. Typical surveys look at water that travels before it shows and wet insulation beneath the membrane, on commercial roofs, flat roofs and insulated roof spaces.
Villages like Twitton frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Twitton (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Twitton
What else we do in Twitton
How we price thermal roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- Which survey package you book
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why act early in Twitton
The longer moisture sits in a roof, the more it can affect timbers and finishes below. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. Older and listed buildings around Twitton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent look at the roof
See our cost guide and our case studies.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Twitton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the roof, its history and any signs of damp or heat loss.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Related advice
Twitton questions
Is Twitton in the area you cover?
Yes, Twitton is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is my home in Twitton listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows surface temperature, and wet areas can show up because they hold heat differently. We confirm what it suggests with moisture readings.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Let us know where and when you’ve seen damp or stains
- Leave the roof to people with safe access
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Clear a path to the loft hatch before we arrive
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Early action keeps insulation from staying wet.
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched slate and tile roofs
Thermal images of a pitched roof can still show heat loss patterns and some damp areas. The report explains what the images can tell you and what they cannot.
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP surfaces can be shiny, which affects thermal readings. We allow for reflections and confirm findings with moisture readings.
Thermal roof surveys around Twitton
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Otford Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. Historic houses such as Lullingstone Castle, about 3.3 miles north, show how far back building around Twitton goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. Take an older house close to Twitton Mission Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Twitton is about 2 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Wherever you are in Twitton, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Twitton is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in TN14 is covered for thermal roof surveys. If you are just outside Twitton, we cover Sepham Heath (1 mile north-west), Otford (1 mile east), Shoreham (1 mile north), Halstead (2 miles north-west) and Knockholt Pound (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Dartford (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east), Northfleet (11 miles north-east) and Swanley (6 miles north).
Local landmarks in Twitton
In Twitton, that means homes and buildings near The Rising Sun pub, Polhill Bank and Trinity School and the streets around them. The closest station to Twitton is Dunton Green station, about 1.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Kemsing Castle Bank (2.7 miles east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Dryhill Nature Reserve.