Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Andwell, Hampshire
We carry out drone roof surveys in Andwell and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Let us know what you want to see
- Check the loft can be reached
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
File the report and photos with your home documents. They give you something to compare against later.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Photograph anything new.
About our drone roof survey in Andwell
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail. The photos go into a written report. It is also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs on upper floors and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack and worn lead at chimneys and walls.
Older buildings in small places like Andwell may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, 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.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Andwell (RG25, RG27, RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. For a village or hamlet like Andwell, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we are surveying.
- We also look inside the roof space where it’s safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
For a price for drone roof surveys in Andwell, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why get it checked now?
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It helps when you plan ahead. Around Andwell, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Why book us in Andwell
- Prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we’re asked to look at in Andwell
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
If you live in an older home near St Swithun's church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Andwell: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Andwell?
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.
Are there drone restrictions around Andwell?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Do you work in Andwell?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Andwell.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Andwell
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Drone roof surveys around Andwell
Historic houses such as The Vyne, about 4.2 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Andwell goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Shop and office owners around Festival Place may find that big, flat commercial roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images help most.
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. Surveys in Andwell work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Andwell is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for drone roof surveys. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RG25, RG27 and RG24 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Streets in the area include Greywell Road and Canal Reach, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Andwell
For rail, the closest station is Hook station, about 2.4 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.