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Drone roof survey in Burford, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Burford? You can book a drone roof survey in Burford and across Oxfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
Drone roof survey in Burford
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. We never fly where it isn’t safe. If you’ve noticed standing water on a flat roof and cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Even in a smaller place like Burford, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Burford (OX18)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Burford is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- 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 photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Your questions about drone roof surveys in Burford
Is drone flying allowed in Burford?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Do you cover smaller places like Burford?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Burford?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Burford?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
Towns and villages near Burford
Also in Burford
How we price drone roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. Our report shows the condition of each area, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant. That helps you put the work in order. Blocked gutters on homes around Burford overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Drones, thermal imaging and Burford roofs
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The wider area around Burford has a long history of building, with Minster Lovell Hall about 4.4 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For hotels and guest houses around Burford, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest. Anyone responsible for a site like Burford Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Burford is about 3 miles north-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. We carry out drone roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Burford. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. There is also a page for Oxford.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: OX18. Whether your property is on High Street, Lower High Street and Swan Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Main roads around Burford include the A40 and A361, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Burford: Fulbrook (1 mile north-east), Little Barrington (3 miles west), Milton-under-Wychwood (4 miles north), Fifield (4 miles north) and Idbury (5 miles north). Further out, we also cover Witney (6 miles east), Carterton (3 miles south-east), Faringdon (11 miles south), Kidlington (15 miles east), Chipping Norton (10 miles north) and Woodstock (13 miles east).
What’s near Burford
We work in homes and buildings around Burford School and The Royal Oak Public House, among other places. Burford’s nearest station is Shipton station, roughly 4.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Burford
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Useful tips for Burford property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later, and they help if you sell.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. The underside often shows problems before the outside does. Photograph anything new.