Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in East Cholderton
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach across East Cholderton, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
Drone roof survey in East Cholderton
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or isn’t safe. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. We check the airspace for your address ahead of the visit. We will tell you if another approach would work better. Common reasons to book are wind damage high on the roof and cracked mortar along the ridge, across valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and flat roofs on upper floors.
In a village or hamlet like East Cholderton, 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- East Cholderton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
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.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Questions from East Cholderton
Is drone flying allowed in East Cholderton?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Cholderton?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Drones, thermal imaging and East Cholderton roofs
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Amport Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
East Cholderton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in East Cholderton can all book drone roof surveys. East Cholderton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for drone roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SP11 is covered for drone roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Mullenspond (1 mile north), Thruxton (1 mile north-west), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (4 miles east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in East Cholderton
Typical jobs here are in homes near White Horse Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles east). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We do not test for it, but we flag it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check.
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. Outlets and any debris around them are photographed.
What we do, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around East Cholderton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Flights in strong wind or a downpour
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
Places near East Cholderton
Also in East Cholderton
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in East Cholderton. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- The roof’s overall size
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.