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Drone roof survey in Edgehill, Oxfordshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Drone roof surveys in Edgehill, with photos and a clear written report.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Somewhere as small as Edgehill, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
How a drone roof survey works in Edgehill
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on, such as old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. If a drone is not the right tool, we’ll say so. We survey fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose ridge and hip tiles and eroded pointing on a chimney stack.
Somewhere as small as Edgehill, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Edgehill (OX15, CV35)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Old slates and clay tiles can crack underfoot. A drone avoids that.
Chimney stacks
The drone shows the outside of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If the flue needs a specialist, we’ll tell you.
Questions from Edgehill
How do I find out if my home in Edgehill is listed?
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 Edgehill?
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. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Edgehill?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Check there is room outside for the drone to take off
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, so small faults are dealt with early.
How we price drone roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Towns and villages near Edgehill
Also in Edgehill
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Edgehill
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. Cracked flaunching, loose pots and eroded pointing are often invisible from below. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Peter, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Airspace, weather and Edgehill roofs
Historic houses such as Upton House, about 1 mile south, show how far back building in the area around Edgehill goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Edgehill is about 6 miles north-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Edgehill is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Edgehill is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. Oxford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: OX15 and CV35. We also cover the places around Edgehill: Ratley (1 mile east), Sun Rising (1 mile south-west) and Hornton (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Banbury (6 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (13 miles south), Neithrop (6 miles south-east), Grimsbury (7 miles south-east), Ruscote (6 miles south-east) and Bloxham (8 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Edgehill
In Edgehill, that means homes and buildings near Castle at Edgehill pub. Other landmarks nearby include W. O. Bentley Memorial Foundation (3.5 miles south-east) and King John's Castle (3.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Edge Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.