Reading · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Burghfield
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out drone roof surveys in Burghfield and across Reading.
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
About our drone roof survey in Burghfield
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, because the underside tells its own story. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. If you’ve noticed loose ridge and hip tiles and storm damage on steep or tall roofs, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Burghfield, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Burghfield (RG30)
- Region
- Reading
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, it normally takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Cottages and farmhouses around Burghfield frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Burghfield roofs
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
With Stratfield Saye House about 4.8 miles south-east, the area around Burghfield has a long history. For older roofs nearby, a look from above or with a thermal imager is a hands-off way to check condition. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Burghfield is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. We cover Burghfield and the rest of Reading, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Reading.
We work across the RG30 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Saxon Gate, Hazel Close and Willow Close. We also cover Trash Green (1 mile north), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (4 miles north), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (4 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
Around Burghfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Willink School, The Hatchgate pub and The Willink School and the streets around them. Burghfield’s nearest station is Theale station, about 1.9 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Burghfield
Are there drone restrictions around Burghfield?
Typically 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 cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is Burghfield within the area you cover?
Yes. Burghfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Burghfield?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Burghfield?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What affects the price in Burghfield
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
What we are asked to look at in Burghfield
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places frequently go unseen until they leak.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Chimney tops in poor condition
If you look after a building such as Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Burghfield
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Burghfield, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Burghfield
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Letting agents and landlords in Burghfield book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.