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Drone roof survey in Chilworth, Surrey
Drone roof surveys in Chilworth, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Flashings that have come away
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If the flue needs a specialist, we will tell you.
Large commercial roofs
Fragile roof sheets and roof lights can be dangerous to walk on. With a drone, nobody has to go near them.
Drone roof survey in Chilworth: what you get
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it cannot see inside. Where there’s safe access, we look in the loft space too, since that is where leaks and condensation frequently show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. We survey chimney stacks, fragile roofs and flat roofs on upper floors, and people most often book us about coverings that have slipped high up on the roof and cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots.
Somewhere as small as Chilworth, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Chilworth (GU4)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Chilworth, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Airspace, weather and Chilworth roofs
Historic houses such as Chilworth Manor, about 0.4 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Chilworth goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Take an older house close to Church of St Thomas: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Chilworth is about 3 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Chilworth is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Chilworth.
Drone roof surveys in GU4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Old Manor Gardens, Redwood Grove and Blacksmith Lane or a nearby road, we can help. You will find Chilworth on the A248, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Blackheath (1 mile south-east), East Shalford (1 mile west), Shalford (1 mile west), Broadford (2 miles west) and Abbotswood (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (3 miles north-west), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west) and Ewell (15 miles north-east).
What’s near Chilworth
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Percy Arms, St Peter's Catholic School and Shalford Mill and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Chilworth itself: Chilworth station. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford House (2.2 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (2.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Chilworth
Will you come out to Chilworth?
Yes. Chilworth is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is drone flying allowed in Chilworth?
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. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Chilworth?
Many roofs are never seen properly from ground level. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Chilworth CofE (Aided) Infant School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Are they insured for the work?
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
We’ll typically ask about:
- When you need the report by
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Places near Chilworth
What else we do in Chilworth
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.