Medway · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Wallend, Medway
Thermal roof surveys in Wallend from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Missing or slipped insulation
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
- Cold areas below the roof
Drones, thermal imaging and Wallend roofs
Wallend is within about 1 mile of the coast, and coastal wind can be strong. Calm, dry conditions after a sunny day suit thermal imaging best, so the visit is planned around the forecast. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St James, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St James Church of England Primary Academy, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Wallend is about 5 miles north-west of Minster, in Medway. If you’re in Wallend, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Medway, we cover Wallend. There is also a page for Maidstone.
We work across ME3 for thermal roof surveys and the streets around it. Wallend sits on or near the B2001, which makes travel easy. Close by, we survey roofs in Grain (1 mile east), Blue Town (2 miles east), Sheerness (3 miles east), Queenborough (3 miles south-east) and Rushenden (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (8 miles south-west), Chatham (10 miles south-west), Rochester (10 miles south-west), Rainham (8 miles south-west), Strood (10 miles south-west) and Luton (9 miles south-west).
Around Wallend
We work in homes and buildings around The Hogarth Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Wallend is Sheerness-On-Sea station, roughly 2.6 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Bluetown Heritage Centre (2.3 miles east). Open spaces near Wallend include Bishop Saltings.
How a thermal roof survey works in Wallend
Wet insulation under a flat roof covering holds heat for longer than dry. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. It helps us see how far water may have spread under the covering, which is hard to judge by eye. Moisture readings are then used to check what the camera suggests. If you’re worried about cold spots on ceilings under the roof and stains that keep coming back, we can find out what’s behind it, on commercial roofs, insulated roof spaces and flat roofs alike.
Some older homes in villages like Wallend are listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Wallend (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Wallend
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How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
Insulation frequently gets moved during work in the loft. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
Felt and asphalt flat roofs
Water under felt or asphalt can stay hidden for years. The camera can give clues to where it’s sitting, when the conditions allow.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
The report explains the conditions on the day and how they affected the images. It helps you judge how firm each finding is.
After repairs or a new covering, a later survey can confirm things are dry in suitable weather.
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Landlords and letting agents in Wallend book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Wallend, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- The roof is inspected visually from safe viewpoints.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- We check the patterns that stand out with moisture readings where there is safe access.
- You get a report with thermal images, photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
A damp patch that keeps coming back normally has a cause that hasn’t been found. Combining the camera with moisture readings can help find it, instead of trying repair after repair. Older cottages and farmhouses around Wallend can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Wallend questions
Will you come out to Wallend?
Yes, Wallend is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Wallend in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wallend as anywhere else.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
On pitched roofs, the camera can point to heat loss and some damp patterns. Our report is clear about what can be read from them, and back them up with a visual inspection and moisture readings.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. You’ll then get the report by email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.