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Drone roof survey in Andover, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys in Andover, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Flashings that have come away
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
Drone roof survey in Andover
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. Safety comes first on every visit. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are wind damage high on the roof and coverings that have slipped high up on the roof.
In older houses around Andover, loft insulation can be thin, patchy or missing in places. Thermal imaging can show where heat escapes, and it can also point to damp patches. What it shows is surface temperature, not water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings, while drone photos show the outside of the same roof. Results depend on the conditions, which is why the date is chosen with care.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Andover (SP10, SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Andover
Is Andover in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Andover is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Are there drone restrictions around Andover?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you look in the loft space?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Towns and villages near Andover
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How we price drone roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- A structural engineer’s report
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Andover
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Common roof problems in Andover
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Semi-detached and terraced homes in a town like Andover frequently share a roof line with the neighbours, so shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen from your property. It helps to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Drone roof surveys around Andover
Andover has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
Take a building like St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. For hotels and guest houses around Andover, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Andover is about 17 miles west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We provide drone roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Andover and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Every address in SP10 and SP11 is within our area for drone roof surveys. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on High Street, Goddard Square and London Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. With the A303 and A342 close by, Andover is easy for us to reach for drone roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Picket Twenty (1 mile east), East Anton (1 mile north-east), Knights Enham (1 mile north), Finkley Down (2 miles north-east) and Picket Piece (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east), Tidworth (8 miles west), Weeke (12 miles south-east) and Kempshott (15 miles east). Andover is among the bigger towns we cover in Hampshire.
Local landmarks in Andover
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Angel Inn, Winton Community Academy and Winton Community Academy. The closest station to Andover is Andover station, roughly 0.5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.7 miles north-west) and Andover Museum (under half a mile east). Open spaces near Andover include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.