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Thermal Roof Survey in Westwell
Thermal roof surveys in Westwell from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
- Gaps in loft insulation
- Areas losing heat at the eaves and junctions
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Westwell
Flat roofs over extensions, garages, flats and commercial buildings are where thermal imaging often helps most. Patterns can suggest where water is trapped under the covering. On pitched roofs, slates and tiles over a ventilated space can hide what’s below, so we also look from the loft where we can reach it safely. We survey ceilings below the roof, loft conversions and pitched roof slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are heat escaping through the roof and missing or slipped insulation.
Some older homes in villages like Westwell are listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Westwell (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Thermal roof surveys in Westwell: local notes
The wider area around Westwell has a long history of building, with Godinton House about 2.3 miles south. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Hayesbrook School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near County Square, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Westwell is about 4 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. We provide thermal roof surveys for homes and businesses in Westwell and the surrounding area. Westwell is one of the places in Kent where we work for thermal roof surveys. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN25 is covered for thermal roof surveys. Other places close to Westwell include Tutt Hill (1 mile south-west), Ram Lane (1 mile west), Potters Corner (1 mile south), Westwell Leacon (2 miles west) and Hothfield (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (4 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-west), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
What’s near Westwell
The nearest railway station is Charing station, about 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find County Square (3.2 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (4.6 miles south-east).
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Common roof problems in Westwell
People often book a thermal survey when a damp patch has no obvious cause. Water can travel under a roof covering or along timbers before it shows inside. The camera helps narrow the search.
Problems we come across often include:
- Wet areas near outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Leaks far from where the stain appears
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- When you’ll get the report
- What experience they bring
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
Common questions in Westwell
Do you cover smaller places like Westwell?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Westwell is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is this a RICS 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.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is thermal imaging good for finding leaks?
It can help narrow down where water may be getting in. Water can travel under a covering before it shows inside, and temperature patterns can help follow it. We combine it with a visual inspection and moisture readings because the camera can’t confirm water on its own.
Useful tips for Westwell property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
- Check the loft can be reached safely
- Don’t switch the heating off ahead of the visit
Premium Surveys include an in-person consultation, so you can go through the images with us. A follow-up 12 months later is included as well.
Deal with small splits and lifted seams promptly. Water that gets under a covering can spread a long way before it shows.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the thermal images, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Westwell 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.
- The weather and surface conditions are recorded.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- We back up the thermal patterns with moisture readings.
- The Premium report reaches you the same day, and we go through it with you in person.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Loft insulation
Insulation often gets moved during work in the loft. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
GRP fibreglass roofs
Water under a GRP roof can reach the timber deck. Thermal imaging can suggest where that may be happening.