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Drone roof survey in Boughton under Blean, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Boughton under Blean from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
Drone roof survey in Boughton under Blean
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. We’ll tell you if a drone is not the right tool for your roof. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photos. If you’ve noticed vegetation in valleys and gutters and loose ridge and hip tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors alike.
In a village or hamlet like Boughton under Blean, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
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.
- Where
- Boughton under Blean (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. A drone replaces that guesswork with clear photographs. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. In a small place like Boughton under Blean, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Boughton under Blean
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we’re asked to look at in Boughton under Blean
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Take a building like Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before you book anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Boughton under Blean can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it is checked too.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Boughton under Blean and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Ridges and hips
Ridges may be bedded in mortar or mechanically fixed. We record what we see of their condition.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Boughton under Blean
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Questions from Boughton under Blean
How do I find out if my home in Boughton under Blean is listed?
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.
Is Boughton under Blean within the area you cover?
Yes, Boughton under Blean is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Strong wind or heavy rain stops a flight. The weather on the day decides whether the drone goes up. If it’s unsuitable, we will agree another date.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Drones, thermal imaging and Boughton under Blean roofs
Boughton under Blean is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you live in an older home near St Barnabas, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Boughton under Blean is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We survey roofs in Boughton under Blean across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
Every address in ME13 is within our area for drone roof surveys. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on London Road, The Street and The Crescent. We also cover Hickmans Green (1 mile south-west), Winterbourne (1 mile south), Dunkirk (1 mile east), Oversland (1 mile south) and South Street (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (11 miles south), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Boughton under Blean
Typical jobs here are in homes near Mount Ephraim Gardens and The Queens Head pub. For rail, the closest station is Selling station, about 1.4 miles south-west. A little further out are Chilham Castle (3.5 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.2 miles east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.