Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Ashford, Kent
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Ashford, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Flashings that have come away
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. In Ashford, we survey everything from flats and houses to commercial buildings. Access is the part that changes most from one building to the next, so it is agreed before the day. Surveys can be booked for any day of the week.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
About our drone roof survey in Ashford
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. If a drone will not help on your roof, we will say so. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. We survey large and complex roofs, fragile roofs and tall and steep roofs, and people most often book us about coverings that have slipped high up on the roof and ponding and splits on a high flat roof.
A place the size of Ashford has flats, offices, shops and schools with flat or low-pitched roofs. On a large flat roof, trapped moisture under the covering can spread a long way from the leak. Thermal patterns are checked with moisture readings, and aerial photos show the whole roof at once. Blocks, offices and schools often have plant and rooflights that make a roof harder to walk safely.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Ashford (TN23, TN24, TN25, TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Every survey is priced before it is booked, 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.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A drone record gives you a baseline. Next time, you can compare and see what has moved or worn. It helps when you plan ahead. A small defect on a roof in Ashford seldom stays small: one loose tile lets in water, which weakens the battens and loosens more. Early action is typically the cheaper option.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Ashford
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Towns and villages near Ashford
Also in Ashford
Drones, thermal imaging and Ashford roofs
The wider area around Ashford has a long history of building, with Godinton House about 2 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
For businesses in and around places such as Ashford Designer Outlet, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. Take an older house close to Christ Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. Anyone responsible for a site like Chilmington Green Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Ashford is in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Ashford, we can survey the roof. Our Kent coverage includes Ashford. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
We survey roofs across TN23, TN24, TN25 and TN26 for drone roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Market Lane, Church Road and Station Road and the roads around them. Being close to the A20 and A28, Ashford is simple for us to get to. If you’re just outside Ashford, we cover Stanhope (1 mile south-west), Newtown (1 mile south-east), South Willesborough (1 mile south-east), Godinton (1 mile north-west) and Willesborough (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles east), Faversham (12 miles north), Hythe (10 miles south-east) and Davington (12 miles north). As one of the bigger places in Kent, Ashford has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Around Ashford
We work in homes and buildings around The Locomotive pub, Ashford Green Corridors and Ashford School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Ashford itself: Ashford International station. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (2.1 miles east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (0.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Hatch Park.
FAQs for Ashford
Is Ashford in the area you cover?
Yes, Ashford is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is drone flying allowed in Ashford?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The report follows by email.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ashford
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.