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Drone roof survey in Epsom Downs, Surrey
Drone roof surveys in Epsom Downs, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Epsom Downs
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast before the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you’ve noticed moss building up on slopes and in gutters and cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Epsom Downs, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. 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 ahead of time. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Epsom Downs (KT17)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Epsom Downs?
Large roofs take a long time to see on foot. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Chimney tops in poor condition
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Warren Mead Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Epsom Downs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Common questions in Epsom Downs
How do I find out if my home in Epsom Downs is listed?
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.
Will you come out to Epsom Downs?
Yes. Epsom Downs is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The conditions on the day decide whether a flight goes ahead. Strong wind and heavy rain both rule out flying. We’ll talk through the options if the day turns bad.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you fly a drone near an airport?
It depends on the airspace at your address. Inside a flight restriction zone, we need permission first. Book early if you think you may be affected.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
How do I book a survey in Epsom Downs?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
Places near Epsom Downs
Other services in Epsom Downs
How we price drone roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks and loose pots are easier to judge from above. We record what we find with photos.
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. Their condition is noted in the report.
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Around Epsom Downs, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Epsom Downs, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Airspace, weather and Epsom Downs roofs
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. 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.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Parish Church of St Martin, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. For businesses in and around places such as The Ashley Centre, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it.
Epsom Downs is about 1 mile south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Epsom Downs is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Epsom Downs is one of the places in Surrey where we work. There is also a page for London.
Every address in KT17 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Longdown Lane South, Bunbury Way and Burgh Heath Road. We also cover the places around Epsom Downs: Nork (1 mile east), North Looe (1 mile north), Great Burgh (1 mile south-east), Tattenham Corner (1 mile south) and Langley Vale (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (14 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (7 miles south-east), Egham (15 miles north-west) and Reigate (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Epsom Downs
Around Epsom Downs, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Laine Theatre Arts, Priest Hill and Derby Arms. Epsom Downs has its own railway station: Epsom Downs station. Nearby you will also find Epsom General Hospital (1.3 miles west) and The Ashley Centre (1.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.