Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Aston, Oxfordshire
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- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Flashings that have come away
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
How a drone roof survey works in Aston
Before any flight, we check the airspace. Flight restriction zones around airports like Heathrow, Gatwick and London City need permission from the airport or air traffic control. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If permission isn’t given, we inspect by other means and explain why. Prison sites also have drone restriction zones. If you’re worried about outlets choked with leaves and silt and tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Aston often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Aston (OX18)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Aston, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- 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
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Aston, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
Why it’s worth a survey now in Aston
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller, whatever height the roof is. In a small place like Aston, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Drone roof surveys in Aston: local notes
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like Aston and Cote Church of England Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Longworth House lies about 3.4 miles south-east, so building around Aston goes back a long way. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Aston is about 4 miles south of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Aston is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Aston and the places around it. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Every address in OX18 is covered for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Cote Road, Saxel Close and Woodbridge Close. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Bampton (2 miles west), Weald (2 miles west), Curbridge (3 miles north), Black Bourton (4 miles west) and Clanfield (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (12 miles east), Didcot (14 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles east), Witney (4 miles north), Carterton (5 miles north-west) and Wantage (10 miles south).
Around Aston
A little further out are Longworth Hospital (5.7 miles south-west) and Bampton Castle (2.1 miles west).
Nearby places to Aston
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What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- 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.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Aston
How do I find out if my home in Aston is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Aston?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long does the visit take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. That includes the checks before the drone goes up.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. It sees only the outer surfaces. The underside tells us things the drone cannot, so we inspect the loft space as well where access is safe.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Can you fly a drone near an airport?
Near airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, London City and Stansted, flight restriction zones apply. We check your address and ask for permission where it is required. If we can’t fly, we use other safe vantage points.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Aston
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Faults there can go unnoticed for years.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Their report turnaround times
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report