Hampshire · London and the South East
Brighton Hill Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Brighton Hill. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Brighton Hill
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail, including slopes that cannot be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. We survey tall and steep roofs, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors, and the problems we are asked to look at most are worn lead at chimneys and walls and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings.
In smaller places like Brighton Hill, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. The forecast decides the day. Even so, a close-up image often shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from the ground misses.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Brighton Hill (RG22, RG21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Brighton Hill roofs
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. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
The Vyne lies about 4 miles north, so building around Brighton Hill goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. If you live in an older home near The Church Of Christ The King, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. Anyone responsible for a site like Brighton Hill Community School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Brighton Hill is about 1 mile south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We carry out drone roof surveys in Brighton Hill for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Brighton Hill is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. There is also a page for Reading.
All of RG22 and RG21 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Pheby Road, Wella Road and Barber Road and the roads around them. You will find Brighton Hill on the A30, which makes it simple to reach. Other places close to Brighton Hill include South Ham (1 mile north), Buckskin (1 mile north-west), Basingstoke (1 mile north), Hatch Warren (1 mile south) and Kempshott (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (9 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north).
Local landmarks in Brighton Hill
We work in homes and buildings around Eastrop Park, Chalk Ridge Primary School and Jolly Farmer Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Brighton Hill is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Festival Place (1.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Brighton Hill includes Daneshill Park Woods and Farleigh Hill.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Parking around Brighton Hill is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Brighton Hill: your questions answered
Is Brighton Hill within the area you cover?
Yes, Brighton Hill is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Are there drone restrictions around Brighton Hill?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Brighton Hill?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What’s in the survey report?
A written report with photographs, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
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Why act early in Brighton Hill
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Finding them now means less to put right, whatever height the roof is. With lower homes, common in places like Brighton Hill, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. Photos show how the covering is wearing.
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We do not test for it, but we flag it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check.
How we price drone roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The roof’s overall size
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Brighton Hill, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.