Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Brookgreen
Drone roof surveys across Brookgreen, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
Drone roof surveys around Brookgreen
Brookgreen lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Mottistone Manor lies about 0.9 miles north-east, so building around Brookgreen goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
Brookgreen is about 7 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We visit Brookgreen as part of our work across the Isle of Wight. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of PO30 is within our area for drone roof surveys. We also cover the places around Brookgreen: Brook (1 mile north-west), Hulverstone (1 mile north-east), Dunsbury (1 mile north-west), Chilton Green (1 mile east) and Shalcombe (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newport (7 miles north-east), Ryde (13 miles north-east), Cowes (10 miles north-east), Sandown (12 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles east) and Ventnor (11 miles east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning.
Near you in Brookgreen
A little further out are Brighstone Village Museum (2.2 miles east) and Yarmouth Castle (4.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Westover Down.
Drone roof survey in Brookgreen: what you get
Neighbours’ privacy matters on every flight. The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. If you are worried about cracked mortar along the ridge and plant growth and moss on the roof, we can find out what’s behind it.
Villages like Brookgreen frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Brookgreen (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Brookgreen
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
Loose ridge pieces can be lifted in a storm. Spotting them early stops them falling.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Walking on fragile coverings can break them. A drone avoids that, so the survey does not add damage.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
There is a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
When to book a survey in Brookgreen
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
The streets around a church like St. Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their report turnaround times
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their insurance cover
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Your questions about drone roof surveys in Brookgreen
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Brookgreen?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brookgreen?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What does the report include?
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. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’ll then get the report by email.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Brookgreen can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.