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Drone roof survey in Bentley, Surrey
Drone roof surveys in Bentley, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks and loose pots are easier to judge from above. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bentley
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. If there is no safe loft access, the report says so. We’re often asked to look into hidden gutters full of leaves and loose ridge and hip tiles, on large and complex roofs, chimney stacks and tall and steep roofs.
Somewhere as small as Bentley, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Bentley (GU10, GU34)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Bentley: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Bentley?
Yes, Bentley is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Bentley is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Are there drone restrictions in central London?
Central London has restricted areas where NATS permission is needed. Where we can’t fly, we use other safe vantage points and explain what we could see.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, with the most urgent first where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
How long does a drone roof survey take?
Allow about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Bentley
Farnham Castle, about 3.8 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bentley. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Anyone responsible for a site like Bentley Church of England Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Bentley is about 4 miles west of Farnham, in Surrey. If you are in Bentley, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Surrey coverage includes Bentley and the places around it. There is also a page for Guildford.
All of GU10 and GU34 is within our area for drone roof surveys. Local streets include Station Road, Broadlands Close and Eggars Field, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Isington (1 mile south-west), Blacknest (1 mile south-east), Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-east), Holt Pound (2 miles east) and Binsted (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (14 miles east), Camberley (12 miles north-east), Farnham (4 miles east), Frimley (11 miles north-east), Haslemere (10 miles south-east) and Ash (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Bentley
In Bentley, that means homes and buildings near The Star Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 0.8 miles south-east. A little further out are Barley Pound (1.7 miles north-east) and Chase Community Hospital (5.9 miles south). For a walk, there’s Farnham Park and Holybourne Hill.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Bentley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Bentley, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Prices for drone roof surveys in Bentley
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Planning roof work without seeing the roof is a gamble. Our report shows the condition of each area. You can tackle the urgent items first. In a small place like Bentley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Bentley
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bentley
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.