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Drone roof survey in Crondall, Surrey
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Crondall. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
Different roofs, different checks
Steep slate and tile slopes
Walking on fragile coverings can break them. A drone avoids that.
Ridges and hips
Ridges and hips are the most exposed parts of a pitched roof. From above, we can see loose ridges and missing mortar.
Drone roof survey in Crondall
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. We will tell you if a drone isn’t the right tool for your roof. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about vegetation in valleys and gutters and hidden gutters full of leaves.
In a village or hamlet like Crondall, 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.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Crondall (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Crondall roofs
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
With Farnham Castle about 2.7 miles east, the area around Crondall has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If you look after a building like Crondall Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Crondall is about 3 miles south of Fleet, in Surrey. In Crondall, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Crondall is one of the places in Surrey we cover. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the GU10 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Church Street, The Borough and Glebe Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Crondall: Redlands (1 mile north-east), Bowling Alley (1 mile north), Dora's Green (1 mile east), Warren Corner (1 mile east) and Mill Lane (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (12 miles east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Farnham (3 miles south-east), Frimley (8 miles north-east) and Haslemere (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Crondall
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plume Of Feathers Public House and St Nicholas' School. The nearest railway station is Farnham station, about 3.3 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Museum of Farnham (2.8 miles south-east) and Hart Shopping Centre (3.4 miles north). For a walk, there is Beacon Hill and Aunt's Pool.
When to book a survey in Crondall
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What insurance they carry
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Cottages and farmhouses around Crondall often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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 checked.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Crondall
How do I find out if my home in Crondall is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a 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.
Will you come out to Crondall?
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.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. The drone sees the roof from outside only. The loft space is checked separately, where there is safe access, as damp and daylight frequently show there first.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Are there drone restrictions in central London?
Central London has restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs, and flights there need NATS permission. We check before every flight and seek permission where needed.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. A drone survey finds them sooner. Older and listed buildings around Crondall may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Crondall
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
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