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Drone roof survey in Burghfield Common, West Berkshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out drone roof surveys in Burghfield Common and across West Berkshire.
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
How a drone roof survey works in Burghfield Common
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail. Everything we find goes into a report with photos. It’s also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. Common reasons to book are blocked valleys and parapet gutters and plant growth and moss on the roof, across fragile roofs, tall and steep roofs and valleys and parapet gutters.
Around Burghfield Common, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Location
- Burghfield Common (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Burghfield Common questions
Will you come out to Burghfield Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is drone flying allowed in Burghfield Common?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How quickly is the report sent?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. The written report follows by email.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Burghfield Common?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Burghfield Common, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we’re surveying.
- We also look inside the loft space where it is safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Nearby places to Burghfield Common
Also in Burghfield Common
Drones, thermal imaging and Burghfield Common roofs
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. The wider area around Burghfield Common has a long history of building, with Stratfield Saye House about 4.4 miles south-east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Garland Junior School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Burghfield Common is about 5 miles south-west of Reading, in West Berkshire. In Burghfield Common, as across West Berkshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Burghfield Common is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work for drone roof surveys.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: RG7. That includes homes and businesses on Ragdale, Oakdene and Badgers Glade. We also cover the places around Burghfield Common: Goddard's Green (1 mile south-east), Mortimer (2 miles south), Wokefield (2 miles east), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles south-east) and Mortimer West End (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles east), Calcot (3 miles north) and Shaw (11 miles west). As one of the bigger places in West Berkshire, Burghfield Common has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Burghfield Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Willink School, The Rising Sun pub and The Willink School and the streets around them. Burghfield Common’s nearest station is Mortimer station, about 2.2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (4.9 miles north-east) and Thames Valley Police Museum (1.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Burghfield Common includes Hosehill Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roofs on tall buildings are frequently seen by nobody. A drone shows ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands.
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.
What affects the price in Burghfield Common
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Burghfield Common
Many roofs are never seen properly from the ground. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: 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.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Let us know the exact address when you book
We email the report to you, including the close-up photos taken by the drone. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Poor airflow lets condensation build up. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.