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Drone roof survey in Brickendon, Hertfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Brickendon? We carry out drone roof surveys in Brickendon and across Hertfordshire.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings that have come away
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Drone roof survey in Brickendon: what you get
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, since that’s where leaks and condensation often show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, fragile roofs and flat roofs on upper floors, and common reasons people get in touch are lead work pulling away at abutments and tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack.
Somewhere as small as Brickendon, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Brickendon (SG13)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Brickendon
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. You cannot see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
The streets around a church such as Holy Cross & St Alban are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. Outbuildings and barns around Brickendon are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week
- Prices that include VAT
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Airspace, weather and Brickendon roofs
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons.
For any home in Brickendon, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Brickendon is about 3 miles west of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Brickendon is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SG13 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We also cover the places around Brickendon: Wormley West End (2 miles south-east), Goose Green (2 miles east), Horns Mill (2 miles north), High Leigh (2 miles east) and Woollensbrook (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Watford (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (11 miles north), St Albans (11 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (6 miles north-west) and Harpenden (12 miles west).
What’s near Brickendon
We work in homes and buildings around The Farmer's Boy pub. For rail, the closest station is Bayford station, about 0.6 miles west. Well-known places in the area include The National Speedway Museum (1.2 miles south-east) and Hertford County Hospital (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Cheshunt Lake and Danemead.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Brickendon
Letting agents and landlords in Brickendon book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Brickendon, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
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.
Brickendon questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brickendon?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. 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.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Brickendon?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.