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Drone roof survey in Charlbury, Oxfordshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Charlbury and across Oxfordshire.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Chimney tops in poor condition
FAQs for Charlbury
Will you come out to Charlbury?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Charlbury is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What if it’s windy or raining on the day?
The conditions on the day decide whether a flight goes ahead. Strong wind and heavy rain both rule out flying. We will talk through the options if the day turns bad.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
About our drone roof survey in Charlbury
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or isn’t safe, like old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. Before the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. We’ll tell you if another approach would work better. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and large and complex roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and lead work pulling away at abutments.
Even in a smaller place like Charlbury, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. 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.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Charlbury (OX7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
More services for Charlbury
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
Loose ridge pieces can be lifted in a storm. Spotting them early stops them falling.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate usually means nail fatigue. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
What we’re asked to look at in Charlbury
Large roofs take a long time to see on foot. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically, showing patterns of wear that are hard to spot up close. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What affects the price in Charlbury
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. A visit to Charlbury is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Drone roof surveys around Charlbury
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. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
Take a building like Charlbury Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Charlbury is about 6 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Charlbury and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Drone roof surveys in OX7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Market Street, Crawborough Road and Sandford Rise or a nearby road, we can help. Charlbury is on the B4022 and B4026, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Charlbury: Fawler (2 miles south-east), Spelsbury (2 miles north-west), Finstock (2 miles south), Stonesfield (2 miles south-east) and Ramsden (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Oxford (13 miles south-east), Banbury (14 miles north-east), Bicester (14 miles east), Witney (6 miles south), Carterton (9 miles south-west) and Kidlington (9 miles south-east).
Around Charlbury
Around Charlbury, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ye Olde Three Horseshoes pub. The closest station to Charlbury is Charlbury station, about 0.5 miles west of the centre. For a walk, there is Blenheim Farm.
Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.