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Drone Roof Survey in Broom Hill
Drone roof surveys in Broom Hill, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
How a drone roof survey works in Broom Hill
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. Where a flight isn’t possible, we explain why. We are often asked to look into loose ridge and hip tiles and outlets choked with leaves and silt, across chimney stacks, flat roofs on upper floors and valleys and parapet gutters.
Many London roofs are hidden from the pavement: valley gutters behind parapets, dormers and flat-roofed rear additions. That is where a view from the air or a thermal camera helps, by showing what can’t be reached safely. Weather on the day decides whether it goes ahead, in Broom Hill as anywhere. Thermal images show surface temperature, not water itself, so findings are checked with moisture readings.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Broom Hill (BR6, BR5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Broom Hill property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Allow time for permission if you are in a flight restriction zone
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Expect us to rearrange if it is too windy or wet
Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos from the flight. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, particularly in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Drones, thermal imaging and Broom Hill roofs
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Every London address is checked against them before a flight.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. Bromley Palace lies about 3.7 miles north-west, so building around Broom Hill goes back a long way. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Broom Hill is about 1 mile south-west of Orpington, in Greater London. Surveys in Broom Hill work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Broom Hill is one of the places in Greater London we cover for drone roof surveys. London is in our area too.
Drone roof surveys in BR6 and BR5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on New Road, Irene Road and Sandy Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Crofton (1 mile south-west), Petts Wood (1 mile north-west), Locksbottom (2 miles west), Farnborough (2 miles south-west) and Green Street Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (12 miles north-west), City of Westminster (14 miles north-west), Marylebone (14 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (14 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (13 miles north-west).
Near you in Broom Hill
We work in homes and buildings around Jubilee Country Park, The Cricketers pub and The Priory School. For rail, the closest station is Orpington station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Mall (3.8 miles north-west) and Orpington Hospital (1.3 miles south). For a walk, there is Summer Hill and The Warren.
How we price drone roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Broom Hill
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Flashings that have come away
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
Parking in Broom Hill, as in most of London, takes a little planning: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway when booking.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is VAT included in the price?
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a London area like Broom Hill, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. On the day, the roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
FAQs for Broom Hill
Is my home in Broom Hill listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Broom Hill?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available as you book.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea of timing as you book.
What about my neighbours’ privacy?
No, the camera is kept on your roof. Neighbouring homes and gardens are not the subject, and flights are kept short. It is useful to tell neighbours beforehand.
Are there drone restrictions in central London?
It depends where in central London. Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs have restricted areas that need NATS permission. We check each address first.
Do you cover Broom Hill for drone roof surveys?
Yes, we do. We carry out drone roof surveys in Broom Hill.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We don’t fly in high wind or heavy rain. The weather on the day decides whether the drone goes up. If it’s unsuitable, we will agree another date or inspect by other means.