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Drone Roof Survey in Ewhurst
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Ewhurst and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Ewhurst, 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.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
About our drone roof survey in Ewhurst
Drones need reasonable weather. We don’t fly in strong wind or heavy rain, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. We survey large and complex roofs, fragile roofs and flat roofs on upper floors, and people most often book us about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and worn lead at chimneys and walls.
Somewhere as small as Ewhurst, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Ewhurst (GU6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys around Ewhurst
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. If you look after a building such as Ewhurst CofE Aided Infant School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Ewhurst is about 7 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ewhurst. Ewhurst is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in GU6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include The Street, Mount Close and Broomers Lane. Ewhurst sits on or near the B2127, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Ewhurst: Ewhurst Green (1 mile south-east), Mayes Green (2 miles east), Cranleigh (2 miles west), Walliswood (2 miles south-east) and Pitland Street (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east), Redhill (13 miles north-east) and Reigate (12 miles north-east).
Around Ewhurst
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sayer's Croft LNR, Bulls Head pub and Hurtwood House. The nearest railway station is Ockley station, about 4.5 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Abinger Castle (3.8 miles north) and Mesolithic Museum (3.8 miles north). Not far away are Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
All our prices include VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
We’ll typically ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Questions from Ewhurst
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ewhurst?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Ewhurst within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
It depends where in central London. Restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs need NATS permission before a flight. We check each address first, and fall back on other viewpoints if we cannot fly.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is your drone operator registered?
Yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We fly a sub-250g drone and keep it in sight at all times.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you survey a roof inside a flight restriction zone?
Flight restriction zones around protected airports need permission from the airport or air traffic control before any flight. We check the airspace for your address and seek permission where it’s needed. If we can’t fly, we use other safe vantage points.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Ewhurst
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Expect us to rearrange if it is too windy or wet
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later, and they help if you sell.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, so small faults are dealt with early.
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep slopes are hard to inspect safely on foot. A drone photographs them closely from a safe position.
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. From above, we can see loose ridges and missing mortar.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Ewhurst. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.