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Drone roof survey in Bromley, Hertfordshire
Independent drone roof surveys in Bromley. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
When to book a survey in Bromley
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flashings that have come away
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
Much Hadham Palace, about 1.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bromley. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
What to check before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
About our drone roof survey in Bromley
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see inside. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, since that is where leaks and condensation often show first. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. Typical surveys look at standing water on a flat roof and coverings that have slipped high up on the roof, on tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and valleys and parapet gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Bromley may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Bromley (SG11)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. A drone photographs them closely from a safe position, showing slipped, cracked and missing pieces.
Chimney stacks
Chimney tops are hard to see from the ground. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, so cracks and gaps are clear.
Drone roof surveys in Bromley: local notes
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help.
Whatever the street in Bromley, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Bromley is about 4 miles west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. Bookings from Bromley are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Chelmsford is in our area too.
We cover every part of SG11 for drone roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Standon (1 mile north-west), Hadham Ford (1 mile east), Much Hadham (1 mile south-east), Puckeridge (2 miles north-west) and Hadham Cross (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Stevenage (10 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (4 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles south-west), Hitchin (15 miles west), Hoddesdon (9 miles south) and Cheshunt (12 miles south).
Near you in Bromley
In Bromley, that means homes and buildings near The Fox And Hounds pub. The closest station to Bromley is Bishops Stortford station, about 4.8 miles east. A little further out are Henry Moore Studios and Gardens (2.8 miles south-east) and Moated mound (2.7 miles north-east).
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
What else we do in Bromley
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Bromley, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Common questions in Bromley
Is drone flying allowed in Bromley?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
How do I find out if my home in Bromley is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The report follows by email.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, with the most urgent first where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it is something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.