Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Upper Ifield, Kent
Thermal roof surveys in Upper Ifield from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Stains that keep coming back
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Thermal roof survey in Upper Ifield: what you get
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. An in-person consultation and a 12-month follow-up are included too. To book, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’ve noticed. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey flat roofs, insulated roof spaces and commercial roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damp around chimneys and parapets and patches of heat loss across the roof.
Villages like Upper Ifield frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. High 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.
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.
- Place
- Upper Ifield (DA12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
These coverings sit directly on the layers beneath, so temperature differences often show through. Any patterns are checked with moisture readings.
Loft insulation
The difference is clearest when the home is heated and it is cold out. We explain in the report how the conditions on the day affected what we saw.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Ifield
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Why it is worth a survey now in Upper Ifield
Trapped water can harm decks, timbers and ceilings the longer it stays. Looking now, while the damage may still be limited, keeps more options open. Around Upper Ifield, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Photos and a written report every time
- 98% of clients satisfied
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Upper Ifield: your questions answered
Is Upper Ifield within the area you cover?
Yes, Upper Ifield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Upper Ifield?
Yes, Upper Ifield is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does the weather affect a thermal survey?
Conditions on the day affect the results. A sunny day beforehand, a dry surface and calm air all help. Rain, wind and heavy cloud can weaken the patterns, so we talk through the forecast when you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How does a thermal imaging roof survey work?
The images show how warm or cool each part of the surface is. Unusual patterns can point to trapped water, gaps in insulation or heat escaping, and we check them with moisture readings.
Honest limits
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether the deck or roof structure is strong enough
- An energy rating for the building
- Clear results when the conditions on the day are poor
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions
- Commercial roofs
Drones, thermal imaging and Upper Ifield roofs
Upper Ifield lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal wind can be strong. Clear thermal results need a dry roof and little wind after a sunny day, so the date depends on the forecast. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Shorne Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. Cobham College, about 1.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Upper Ifield. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Upper Ifield is about 2 miles south-east of Gravesend, in Kent. Upper Ifield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Upper Ifield and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the DA12 postcode area for thermal roof surveys. We also cover the places around Upper Ifield: Shorne (1 mile east), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south-east), Thong (1 mile west), Chalk (1 mile north) and Higham (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (9 miles west), Sevenoaks (14 miles south-west), Northfleet (3 miles north-west) and Swanley (11 miles west).
Landmarks near Upper Ifield
In Upper Ifield, that means homes and buildings near The Rose and Crown pub, Thamesview School and Shorne Woods Country Park. The nearest railway station is Higham station, roughly 2.2 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Gravesham Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-west) and Gravesham Museum (3 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Sawyers Lake and Rede Common.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Upper Ifield can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go over the roof, the problem you’ve noticed and the conditions forecast for the visit.
- We carry out a visual inspection of the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We take thermal images of the roof to pick up temperature patterns.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- The report sets out the images, what they suggest and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.