Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Crofton, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys across Crofton, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Flashings that have come away
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Useful tips for Crofton property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it is something only an inside check will show. Make sure insulation does not block the airflow.
About our drone roof survey in Crofton
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. A drone takes close-up photos of those roofs from the air. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail, including slopes that cannot be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. If we cannot fly, we tell you why. If you’ve noticed cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and moss and weeds taking hold up top, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Crofton, 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. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Crofton (PO14, PO13)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a drone roof survey looks like in Crofton
Crofton is within about 2 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Solent Airport is about 1 mile away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight.
If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof. Anyone responsible for a site like Crofton School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If you live in an older home near Peel Common Mission Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Crofton is about 1 mile east of Stubbington, in Hampshire. We cover Crofton and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Hampshire, we cover Crofton.
We cover every part of the PO14 and PO13 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Mark's Road, Gosport Road and Newgate Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Crofton include Peel Common (1 mile east), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Fareham (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
Around Crofton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Baycroft School and Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit. The closest station to Crofton is Fareham station, roughly 2.1 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Gosport War Memorial Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3 miles north-west). Not far away are Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Crofton
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Crofton and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It helps when you plan ahead. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Crofton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
FAQs for Crofton
Are there drone restrictions around Crofton?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Solent Airport is about 1 mile away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Crofton within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Crofton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
When you need someone else
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
Nearby places to Crofton
Also in Crofton
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. From above, we can see the linings, the joints and any debris.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roof coverings wear out at different rates. We record the signs of age we can see.