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Drone roof survey in Bockhanger, Kent
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Bockhanger, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
What we’re asked to look at in Bockhanger
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Drone roof survey in Bockhanger
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see inside. 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. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. Typical surveys look at ridge and hip pieces working loose and moss building up on slopes and in gutters, on fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and valleys and parapet gutters.
Places like Bockhanger can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Bockhanger (TN24, TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Parking around Bockhanger is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the loft as well.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Book early if you are near an airport
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Tell us the exact address when you book
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible.
Every so frequently, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Take photos of any changes.
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How we price drone roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why act early in Bockhanger
Planning roof work without seeing the roof is a gamble. You get photographs of every part we can see. You can tackle the urgent items first. Around Bockhanger, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
Questions from Bockhanger
Is my home in Bockhanger listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is drone flying allowed in Bockhanger?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect what can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Drone roof surveys in Bockhanger: local notes
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. 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.
Godinton House lies about 2.1 miles west, so building around Bockhanger goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Phoenix Community Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Bockhanger is about 2 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Bockhanger can all book drone roof surveys. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Every address in TN24 and TN25 is within our area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Park Road, York Road and Tudor Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Bockhanger: Kennington (1 mile north-east), Potters Corner (1 mile north-west), Godinton (2 miles south-west), Ashford (2 miles south) and Boughton Lees (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north-east), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Bockhanger
Around Bockhanger, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Towers School and Sixth Form Centre, Towers School and Sixth Form Centre and Ashford Warren and Hoads Wood and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ashford International station, roughly 1.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are County Square (1.2 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (2.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Hatch Park.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
Ridges may be bedded in mortar or mechanically fixed. Their condition is noted in the report.
Valleys and parapet gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. You cannot see it from the street at all, but a drone shows it clearly.