Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Anthill Common, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Drone roof surveys in Anthill Common.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Flashings that have come away
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Anthill Common
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see inside. Where there’s safe access, we look in the loft space too, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. We survey fragile roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and flat roofs on upper floors, and common reasons people get in touch are chimney tops in poor condition and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings.
Some older homes in villages like Anthill Common are 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Anthill Common (PO7)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Anthill Common
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Anthill Common
Will you come out to Anthill Common?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is drone flying allowed in Anthill Common?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photographs, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically.
Valleys and parapet gutters
Hidden gutters and valleys sit out of sight. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Let us know what you want to see
- Shut pets inside while we fly
Keep the photos with your property records. They’re a useful baseline for future surveys, and they help if you sell.
Look at the roof from the ground after strong winds. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
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Do you need a drone roof survey in Anthill Common?
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Their insurance cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Flying and imaging in Anthill Common
Anthill Common lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
In and around Anthill Common, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Anthill Common is about 3 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Anthill Common is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Anthill Common is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO7 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Broad Lane, School Lane and Uplands Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Anthill Common include Denmead (1 mile south-east), Hambledon (1 mile north), Anmore (2 miles east), Wecock Farm (2 miles east) and Lovedean (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (12 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (14 miles west).
Near you in Anthill Common
We work in homes and buildings around Fox and Hounds pub, among other places. The closest station to Anthill Common is Portchester station, about 4.6 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Queen Alexandra Hospital (4.2 miles south). Open spaces near Anthill Common include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Anthill Common, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.