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Aylesford Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys in Aylesford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Drone roof survey in Aylesford
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. We’ll tell you if another approach would work better. Typical surveys look at wind damage high on the roof and loose ridge and hip tiles, across chimney stacks, tall and steep roofs and large and complex roofs.
Older cottages and houses around Aylesford may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Aylesford (ME20)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- A structural engineer’s report
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Aylesford
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. We photograph them closely.
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically, so nothing is skipped.
Aylesford questions
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Aylesford?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is my home in Aylesford 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.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Checking the roof from ground level
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
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.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Aylesford
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Airspace, weather and Aylesford roofs
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from ground level, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
If you run a business near Fremlin Walk, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see from above or with a thermal imager. Historic houses such as Starkey Castle, about 4.5 miles north, show how far back building around Aylesford goes. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself.
Aylesford is about 3 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Aylesford is one of many places we visit across Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of ME20 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Station Road, High Street and Hall Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Ditton (1 mile west), Allington (1 mile south-east), East Malling (2 miles west), Well Street (2 miles south-west) and Fant (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Aylesford
In Aylesford, that means homes and buildings near Aylesford School, The Chequers pub and Ditton Quarry. There’s a railway station in Aylesford itself: Aylesford station. Nearby you will also find Allington Castle (1.7 miles east) and Medway megaliths (1.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Aylesford includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a smaller place like Aylesford, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Aylesford
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Older slates and tiles break easily, and fragile sheet roofs are dangerous to walk on. With a drone, the roof is photographed without anyone stepping on it.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
The streets around a church like Aylesford Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their insurance cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one