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Drone Roof Survey in Curridge
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Drone roof surveys in Curridge.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Standing water on a flat roof
What we’re asked to look at in Curridge
Height and steep pitches make close inspection risky. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, 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.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- When you will get the report
- What experience they bring
About our drone roof survey in Curridge
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, 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. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. Typical surveys look at flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and lifted or split lead flashings, across valleys and parapet gutters, fragile roofs and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Curridge, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Curridge (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Curridge
It is hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. Our report shows the condition of each area. You can tackle the urgent items first. Older and listed buildings around Curridge may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Curridge
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
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 with less disruption.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Cottages and farmhouses around Curridge frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What affects the price in Curridge
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Curridge
Do you cover smaller places like Curridge?
Yes, Curridge is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Curridge listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Are you registered with the CAA?
We are. Our Flyer ID and Operator ID come from the CAA, and the drone itself is under 250g, kept within sight on every flight.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
Some areas need permission from NATS before any flight. Where we can’t fly, we use other safe vantage points.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Curridge
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. Historic houses such as Shaw House, about 2.5 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Curridge goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Curridge Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Curridge is about 3 miles north-west of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We survey roofs in Curridge and the rest of West Berkshire. Curridge is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Drone roof surveys in RG18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Chapel Lane, Kiln Drive and Marsh Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Longlane (1 mile east), Hermitage (1 mile north-east), Oare (2 miles north-east), Little Hungerford (2 miles north-east) and Wellhouse (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (3 miles south), Thatcham (3 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-west), Hungerford (10 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
What’s near Curridge
We work in homes and buildings around The Bunk Inn and Trinity School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 3.2 miles south. Nearby you will also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Donnington Castle (2.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Snelsmore Common.