Kent · London and the South East
Chainhurst Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys in Chainhurst and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
How a drone roof survey works in Chainhurst
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it cannot see inside. Where there is safe access, we look in the roof space too, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. We survey large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ridge pieces that have lifted and flashings that have come away.
In a village or hamlet like Chainhurst, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Where
- Chainhurst (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
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What we cannot see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Prices for drone roof surveys in Chainhurst
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A drone record gives you a baseline. Next time, you can compare and see what has moved or worn. It is useful for planning maintenance over the years. Outbuildings and barns around Chainhurst are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Chainhurst
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Chainhurst
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Chainhurst questions
Is Chainhurst within the area you cover?
Yes, Chainhurst is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Chainhurst?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Drone roof surveys around Chainhurst
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
In and around Chainhurst, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early. For properties in and around Chainhurst, we look at whatever is safely visible and explain what we find.
Chainhurst is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Surveys in Chainhurst work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Chainhurst.
We survey roofs across TN12 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Raynham Villas and Hunton Road. We also cover the places around Chainhurst: Hunton (1 mile north-west), Benover (2 miles north-west), Congelow (2 miles north-west), Coxheath (2 miles north) and Yalding (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Tonbridge (9 miles west) and Kings Hill (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Chainhurst
The nearest railway station is Marden station, about 2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include South East Romany Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Oakwood Hospital (4.6 miles north).
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around Chainhurst often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the loft as well.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.