Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Dumpford
Drone roof surveys around Dumpford, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
Drone roof survey in Dumpford
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. 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 hidden gutters full of leaves and cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below, we can find out what’s behind it, on large and complex roofs, chimney stacks and fragile roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Dumpford may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Dumpford (GU31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys around Dumpford
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. The wider area around Dumpford has a long history of building, with Cowdray House about 3.8 miles east. 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.
Dumpford is about 5 miles east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Dumpford and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Dumpford is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the GU31 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Terwick Lane, Mill Lane and Trotton Road and the roads around them. We also cover Trotton (1 mile north-east), Elsted Marsh (1 mile south), Ingrams Green (1 mile south-east), Elsted (2 miles south-west) and Nyewood (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Havant (11 miles south-west), Horndean (10 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north-west), Waterlooville (12 miles south-west), Petersfield (5 miles west) and Purbrook (13 miles south-west).
Around Dumpford
In Dumpford, that means homes and buildings near The Keeper's Arms Public House. For rail, the closest station is Liss station, roughly 4.9 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (3.5 miles east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (3.6 miles east). Open spaces near Dumpford include Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Dumpford, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, 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 ahead of the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
When to book a survey in Dumpford
Many roofs are never seen properly from the ground. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Faults there can go unnoticed for years, which is why owners turn to a drone.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Lifted or split lead flashings
Take an older house close to St George's Church: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Before booking anyone
- What the survey will not cover
- Their insurance cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Dumpford
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Common questions in Dumpford
Do you cover smaller places like Dumpford?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Are there drone restrictions around Dumpford?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Dumpford?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will confirm the timing as you book.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when you book.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Dumpford?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Also near Dumpford
Also in Dumpford
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right, whatever height the roof is. In a small place like Dumpford, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is normally out of view. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, so cracks and gaps are clear.
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.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Dumpford
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.