Surrey · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in East Horsley, Surrey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in East Horsley, with photographs and a written report.
- Flashings that have come away
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Drone roof survey in East Horsley: what you get
Drone roof surveys are available in East Horsley and throughout London and South East England, where the airspace and the weather allow. We fly on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. We check the airspace for your address before booking a flight. You get a written report with close-up photographs and recommendations. To ask whether a drone survey suits your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked mortar along the ridge and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
Older cottages and houses around East Horsley may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- East Horsley (KT24, KT11)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Planning roof work without seeing the roof is a gamble. Our report shows the condition of each area. You can tackle the urgent items first. With lower homes, common in places like East Horsley, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Useful tips for East Horsley property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, especially in autumn. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Homes around East Horsley frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in East Horsley
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
Drone roof surveys around East Horsley
Hatchlands Park, about 2.3 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Horsley. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Raleigh School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Martin, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
East Horsley is about 5 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. Surveys in East Horsley work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Drone roof surveys in KT24 and KT11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Glendene Avenue, Cobham Way and High Park Avenue or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include West Horsley (1 mile west), Effingham (1 mile east), Ockham (2 miles north-west), East Clandon (3 miles south-west) and Ripley (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles west), Woking (7 miles north-west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
What’s near East Horsley
Around East Horsley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Howard of Effingham School, The Forest and the Highlands and Duke Of Wellington Public House and the streets around them. East Horsley has its own railway station: Horsley station. Nearby you will also find Send and Ripley History Society Museum (3.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
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East Horsley questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Horsley?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in East Horsley?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it is agreed before booking.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.