Kent · London and the South East
Bredgar Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys in Bredgar, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Rural addresses near Bredgar can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it’s checked too.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Bredgar, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
About our drone roof survey in Bredgar
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe, like old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Before the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone is not the right tool, we will say so. If you’re worried about slipped or missing slates on a high roof and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Bredgar, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Bredgar (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
A drone survey disturbs nothing on the roof. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so the survey doesn’t create new problems. For an older or listed building in a place like Bredgar, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Check the loft can be reached
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that isn’t clear.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Bredgar
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
Towns and villages near Bredgar
Also in Bredgar
Bredgar: your questions answered
Is Bredgar within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Bredgar?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You will then get the report by email.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Bredgar?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Bredgar?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Bredgar
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
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.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Flying and imaging in Bredgar
Bredgar lies within about 5 miles 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 cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Baptist are often 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. Take a building like Bredgar Church of England Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Bredgar is about 3 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cover Bredgar and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Bredgar. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We work across ME9 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Medlar Close and Primrose Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Silver Street (1 mile west), Oad Street (1 mile north-west), South Green (2 miles west), Danaway (2 miles north-west) and Chestnut Street (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles south-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (3 miles north-east), Whitstable (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east) and Minster (9 miles north-east).
What’s near Bredgar
We work in homes and buildings around Westlands School and Cromers Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Bredgar is Sittingbourne station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.7 miles north-east) and Bayford Court (2.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys and parapet gutters
When a parapet outlet blocks, water can come inside. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Ridges and hips
Loose ridge pieces can be lifted in a storm. Spotting them early stops them falling.