Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Britwell Salome Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys in Britwell Salome, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Britwell Salome
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. We never fly where it is not safe. We survey tall and steep roofs, fragile roofs and flat roofs on upper floors, and common reasons people get in touch are lead work pulling away at abutments and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings.
Older buildings in small places like Britwell Salome may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
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.
- Location
- Britwell Salome (OX49)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to go through what the drone showed. It’s a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, especially in autumn. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Britwell Salome
Is my home in Britwell Salome listed or in a conservation area?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Britwell Salome?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can a drone see inside my loft?
No. A drone shows the outside surfaces of the roof in close detail, but it cannot see under the coverings. We look in the loft from inside where it is safe.
What does the report include?
Written findings 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.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will the drone film my neighbours?
The camera stays on your roof. We inspect only the roof you’ve asked about. If your roof is shared, it helps to tell your neighbours about the visit.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
What this survey cannot tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
Drone roof surveys around Britwell Salome
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. Adwell House, about 4.3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Britwell Salome. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Icknield Community College: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Britwell Salome is about 8 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Wherever you are in Britwell Salome, we can come and survey your property. Britwell Salome is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in OX49 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Turners Green and Turner's Green Lane and the roads around them. With the B4009 close by, Britwell Salome is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Watlington (1 mile north-east), Brightwell Baldwin (1 mile north-west), Ewelme (2 miles south-west), Pyrton (2 miles north-east) and Roke (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Oxford (12 miles north-west), Didcot (9 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles west), Thame (8 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles south-east) and Benson (3 miles west).
Local landmarks in Britwell Salome
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red Lion Inn Public House, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Wallingford Castle (4.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Ewelme Watercress Beds and Bald Hill.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Britwell Salome, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
For a price for drone roof surveys in Britwell Salome, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep slopes are hard to inspect safely on foot. A drone photographs them closely from a safe position, showing slipped, cracked and missing pieces.
Large commercial roofs
Many commercial roofs have fragile sheets or roof lights. With a drone, nobody has to go near them.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.