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Drone Roof Survey in Brightwalton Green
Drone roof surveys in Brightwalton Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Brightwalton Green
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. Safety comes first on every visit. Typical surveys look at slates or tiles shifted by high winds and debris building up in hidden gutters, across flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs.
Somewhere as small as Brightwalton Green, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Brightwalton Green (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Brightwalton Green roofs
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons.
Take a building like Brightwalton C.E. Aided Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Brightwalton Green is about 6 miles south of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Brightwalton Green is one of many places we visit across West Berkshire. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
We work across RG20 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Holt Lane and Honesty Bottom or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Brightwalton (1 mile north), Catmore (2 miles north-east), Farnborough (2 miles north), Stanmore (3 miles east) and West Ilsley (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south), Hungerford (8 miles south-west), Calcot (15 miles east) and Lambourn (6 miles west).
Near you in Brightwalton Green
Not far away are Sole Common Pond.
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Surveys for landlords and agents in Brightwalton Green
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
Your report arrives by email, including the close-up photos taken by the drone. Each finding is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
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Common questions in Brightwalton Green
Is my home in Brightwalton Green listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Brightwalton Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do drone rules differ in central London?
In some places, only with permission. Restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs need NATS permission before a flight. We check each address first, and fall back on other viewpoints if we can’t fly.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
When to book a survey in Brightwalton Green
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Older slates and tiles break easily, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Flashings that have come away
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
The streets around a church like Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
- What they won’t be able to tell you
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Brightwalton Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- 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.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.