Kent · London and the South East
Thermal imaging roof survey in Willington, Kent
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof across Willington, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Moisture around outlets and upstands
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
When to book a survey in Willington
Some defects simply can’t be seen with the eye. Trapped moisture, missing insulation and hidden heat loss are three examples. A thermal camera adds another way of finding them.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Heat escaping through the roof
- Cold areas below the roof
- Damp around roof outlets and upstands
- Gaps in loft insulation
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Senacre Wood Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which limits apply to the survey
About our thermal roof survey in Willington
Your report sets out the thermal images alongside ordinary photographs, making it clear where on the roof each pattern is. We explain what each pattern may mean, what the moisture readings found and what we recommend. Premium reports are sent the same day. You can talk the findings through with us at the in-person consultation. A follow-up 12 months later is included too. Typical surveys look at cold spots on ceilings under the roof and stains that keep coming back, across commercial roofs, pitched roof slopes and flat roofs.
Around Willington, a good many roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. The parts you cannot see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. The forecast decides the day. Close-up images frequently show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from ground level.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Willington (ME15, ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
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.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Do not climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Keep dated photos of any marks on ceilings
- Check outlets after heavy rain
- Heat the home normally on the days before
If you’re buying, the report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. What you do with it is up to you, whether that is asking for work or discussing the price.
Check loft insulation covers the whole area and hasn’t been disturbed. Insulation is often moved when people work in the roof space.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Willington
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Willington: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Willington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Willington?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How do I arrange a thermal roof survey in Willington?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. We survey seven days a week.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can a thermal camera see water?
No, not on its own. It shows temperature, and wet materials often behave differently from dry ones. That’s why we check any patterns with moisture readings.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
What affects the cost of thermal roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Thermal roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Willington is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We talk through the roof, any damp or leaks, and the weather expected on the day.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Thermal images are taken to show differences in surface temperature.
- Areas that look unusual on the camera are checked with moisture readings where possible.
- We write up the thermal images alongside ordinary photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Willington roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. With Stoneacre about 0.9 miles east, Willington sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
The streets around a church such as St Martin's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Shop and office owners around The Mall Maidstone may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Willington is about 2 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Willington and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Willington is one of the places in Kent where we work for thermal roof surveys.
Thermal roof surveys in ME15 and ME17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Essex Road, Oxford Road and Sutton Road. You will find Willington on the A274, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Willington include Shepway (1 mile west), Otham (1 mile south-east), Park Wood (1 mile south), Bearsted (2 miles north-east) and Weavering (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (13 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Willington
In Willington, that means homes and buildings near New Line Learning Academy, Senacre Technology College and Mote Park. For rail, the closest station is Bearsted station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include KIMS hospital (2.4 miles north) and The Mall Maidstone (2 miles north-west). The countryside around Willington includes Detling Hill.