Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Ellisfield
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach across Ellisfield, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
Drone roof survey in Ellisfield: what you get
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see inside. Where there’s safe access, we look in the loft space too, since that is where leaks and condensation frequently show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there is no safe loft access, the report says so. We survey tall and steep roofs, chimney stacks and fragile roofs, and people most often book us about worn lead at chimneys and walls and coverings that have slipped high up on the roof.
In a small place like Ellisfield, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Most points in the report come with a picture, 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.
- Where
- Ellisfield (RG25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Around Ellisfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why book us in Ellisfield
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 98% of clients satisfied
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Check the loft can be reached
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ellisfield
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Drone roof surveys in Ellisfield: local notes
Ellisfield is about 3 miles from Lasham Airfield, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
The streets around a church such as Church of St. Martin are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Shop and office owners around Festival Place may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. With Hall Place about 3.9 miles south, the area around Ellisfield has a long history. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Ellisfield is about 4 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. If you are in Ellisfield, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Ellisfield is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Every address in RG25 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Church Lane, Furzen Lane and College Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Upper Common (1 mile south-west), Nashes Green (2 miles east), Cliddesden (2 miles north), Viables (3 miles north) and Upton Grey (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (4 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles east) and Alton (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Ellisfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Fox pub and the streets around them. Ellisfield’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 4.2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Basing House (4.4 miles north). The countryside around Ellisfield includes The Mill Field and Farleigh Hill.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Ellisfield
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ellisfield?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are there drone restrictions around Ellisfield?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Lasham Airfield is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Ellisfield?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.