Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Chesham Bois Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Chesham Bois and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We survey seven days a week.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
File the report and photos with your home documents. They give you something to compare against later, and they help if you sell.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Poor airflow lets condensation build up. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Drone roof survey in Chesham Bois: what you get
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. We don’t fly in strong wind or a downpour, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and fragile roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are coverings that have slipped high up on the roof and eroded pointing on a chimney stack.
In smaller places like Chesham Bois, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. The parts you cannot see, like rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. Both depend on the weather on the day. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from ground level.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Chesham Bois (HP6, HP5)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. For a survey in Chesham Bois, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Chesham Bois questions
Are there drone restrictions around Chesham Bois?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chesham Bois?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Chesham Bois
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
For hotels and guest houses around Chesham Bois, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Before booking anyone
- What the survey won’t cover
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
Why act early in Chesham Bois
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. You can show exactly where the problem is, which helps when you ask for quotes. Around Chesham Bois, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Chesham Bois
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. Within a mile and a half or so of Chesham Bois there are several hotels. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Leonard, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Anyone responsible for a site like Elangeni School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Chesham Bois is about 1 mile north of Amersham, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out drone roof surveys in Chesham Bois for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Buckinghamshire coverage includes Chesham Bois and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Drone roof surveys in HP6 and HP5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Bois Lane, Green Lane and North Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Chesham Bois include Amersham (1 mile south), Amersham on the Hill (1 mile south), Waterside (1 mile north), Hyde Heath (2 miles west) and Woodrow (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (13 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south-west), Marlow (11 miles south-west), Beaconsfield (6 miles south), Chalfont St Peter (6 miles south) and Elmhurst (13 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Chesham Bois
Typical jobs here are in homes near Dr Challoner's Grammar School, The Boot and Slipper pub and Home Tuition Service and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Amersham station, about 0.8 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Amersham Fair Organ Museum (0.6 miles south-east) and Amersham Hospital (1.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Chesham Bois include Sands Bank.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Chesham Bois
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.