Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Atherfield Green, Isle of Wight
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Atherfield Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Flashings that have come away
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Atherfield Green
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
How a drone roof survey works in Atherfield Green
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, along with structural analysis, a same-day report and an in-person consultation. There’s a 12-month follow-up as well. If a drone won’t help on your roof, we will say so. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photographs. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are wind damage high on the roof and hidden gutters full of leaves.
In a small place like Atherfield Green, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Atherfield Green (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We record the signs of age we can see.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Old slates and clay tiles can crack underfoot. The drone sees them without touching them, so the survey doesn’t add damage.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Atherfield Green
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Landlords and agents in Atherfield Green book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like Atherfield Green, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Drones, thermal imaging and Atherfield Green roofs
Atherfield Green lies within about 1 mile 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 can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Wolverton Manor, about 2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Atherfield Green. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Atherfield Green is about 6 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. From houses to flats and shops in Atherfield Green, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Atherfield Green is one of the places in the Isle of Wight we cover for drone roof surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the PO38 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We also cover Little Atherfield (1 mile north-west), Pyle (1 mile south-east), Chale Green (1 mile east), Shorwell (2 miles north) and Thorncross (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newport (6 miles north), Ryde (11 miles north-east), Cowes (10 miles north), Sandown (8 miles east), Shanklin (7 miles east) and Ventnor (6 miles east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning, so mention it as you book.
What’s near Atherfield Green
Nearby you’ll also find The Dinosaur Farm Museum (1.8 miles north-west) and Whitecroft Hospital (4.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Brighstone Down.
Questions from Atherfield Green
Is my home in Atherfield Green listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Atherfield Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Atherfield Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Will the drone film my neighbours?
We point the camera at your roof only. Neighbouring homes and gardens are not the subject, and flights are kept short. A quick word with the neighbours is a good idea.
Does your drone take thermal images?
The drone survey is a photographic inspection. Thermal imaging is carried out separately, included in our Premium Survey.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Atherfield Green?
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. Cracked flaunching, loose pots and eroded pointing are frequently invisible from below. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
Whatever the street in Atherfield Green, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- When you’ll get the report
How we price drone roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.