Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in East Stratton, Hampshire
Independent drone roof surveys in East Stratton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in East Stratton
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. We check the airspace for your address ahead of the visit. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. If you are worried about coverings that have slipped high up on the roof and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as East Stratton, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- East Stratton (SO21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Steep slate and tile slopes
Old slates and clay tiles can crack underfoot. A drone avoids that.
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is normally out of view. Close-up photos show the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
Do you need a drone roof survey in East Stratton?
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
Whatever the street in East Stratton, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their report turnaround times
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What a drone roof survey looks like in East Stratton
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. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
East Stratton is about 8 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in East Stratton, we can come and survey your property. Across Hampshire, we cover East Stratton. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Here we cover the SO21 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Stratton Close, Stratton Lane and Baring Close. We also cover the places around East Stratton: Micheldever (2 miles west), Northbrook (2 miles west), Totford (2 miles south-east), Northington (2 miles south-east) and Brown Candover (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles north-east), Winchester (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (14 miles south), Andover (12 miles west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (11 miles east).
Near you in East Stratton
Around East Stratton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Northbrook Arms, among other places. East Stratton’s nearest station is Micheldever station, roughly 2.5 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (4.9 miles east).
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
For a price for drone roof surveys in East Stratton, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Also near East Stratton
Also in East Stratton
Questions from East Stratton
Are there drone restrictions around East Stratton?
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. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Stratton?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is East Stratton in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes East Stratton.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: 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. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around East Stratton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.