Kent · London and the South East
Well Head Thermal Roof Survey
Independent thermal roof surveys in Well Head. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Wet insulation beneath the membrane
- Ceilings that feel colder in places
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Well Head, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we discuss the roof, any damp and the forecast for the visit.
- We look over the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We take thermal images of the roof and of the loft where we can reach it.
- We take moisture readings where the images suggest a problem.
- The report pairs each thermal image with a photo and explains what it suggests.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Thermal roof survey in Well Head: what you get
On a flat roof, wet insulation holds heat longer than dry insulation. So a wet patch can show as a warmer or cooler area on the camera. This can give an idea of how far water has travelled beneath the membrane, which is hard to judge by eye. We then check those areas with moisture readings. If you’ve noticed moisture around outlets and upstands and damp patches with no obvious cause, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Well Head, open ground can mean strong wind. 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Well Head (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Thermal roof surveys around Well Head
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Historic houses such as Goodnestone Park, about 1.6 miles south, show how far back building around Well Head goes. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wingham Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Well Head is about 6 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Well Head is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of CT3 is covered for thermal roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Well Head: Wingham (1 mile north-west), Twitham (1 mile east), Wingham Well (1 mile west), Broomhill (1 mile north) and Wingham Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (11 miles north-east).
What’s near Well Head
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Red Lion pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Adisham station, about 2 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Also near Well Head
Also in Well Head
What affects the price in Well Head
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Well Head: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Well Head?
Yes. Well Head is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Well Head?
Yes, Well Head is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can thermal imaging show missing insulation?
The camera can point to heat loss and gaps in insulation. The survey isn’t an energy rating or a heat loss calculation, but the report shows where to look more closely.
Is thermal imaging useful on pitched roofs?
It can be useful, though pitched roofs are normally harder to read. Slates and tiles over a ventilated space can mask what’s below, so we combine it with an inspection from the loft where there is safe access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Can a thermal survey trace a roof leak?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Patterns can suggest where trapped water has spread. It’s used alongside a close inspection and moisture readings because the camera can’t confirm water on its own.
What does the report include?
A written report with photos, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, with the most urgent first where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Note where damp appears and after what weather
- File the images with your roof records
- Ask us about the forecast if rain is expected
We note the weather and surface conditions, and how they may have affected the results. That way you know how much weight to give each finding.
Check that loft insulation is laid evenly and hasn’t been pushed aside. Gaps often appear after work in the loft.
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Reliable images in rain, strong wind or on a wet roof surface
- Confirming water without moisture readings
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Loft conversions
- Pitched roof slopes
- Insulated roof spaces
- Commercial roofs
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A damp patch that keeps coming back normally has a cause that hasn’t been found. Thermal imaging with moisture readings can help narrow it down, instead of trying repair after repair. Older cottages and farmhouses around Well Head 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.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- 98% of clients satisfied
- 20+ years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.