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Drone roof survey in Eyhorne Street, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Eyhorne Street. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
Drone roof survey in Eyhorne Street: what you get
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. We’ll tell you if another approach would work better. We survey fragile roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are plant growth and moss on the roof and storm damage on steep or tall roofs.
Somewhere as small as Eyhorne Street, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Eyhorne Street (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Eyhorne Street, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Flying and imaging in Eyhorne Street
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. Historic houses like Leeds Castle, about 0.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Eyhorne Street goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hollingbourne Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Eyhorne Street is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Eyhorne Street, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Eyhorne Street.
Here we cover the ME17 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Eyhorne Street, Tile Fields and Tile Fields Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Eyhorne Street, we cover Hollingbourne (1 mile north-east), Ashbank (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south), Leeds (1 mile south-west) and Broad Street (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (12 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Landmarks near Eyhorne Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Eyhorne Street itself: Hollingbourne station. A little further out are KIMS hospital (3.6 miles north-west) and Leeds Castle (0.9 miles south). Open spaces near Eyhorne Street include Detling Hill.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Eyhorne Street
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. A drone shows what has slipped, lifted or gone.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring
FAQs for Eyhorne Street
Is drone flying allowed in Eyhorne Street?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you cover smaller places like Eyhorne Street?
Yes. Eyhorne Street is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I book a survey in Eyhorne Street?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How much is a survey?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Book early if you’re near an airport
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.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, so small faults are dealt with early.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Eyhorne Street
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Towns and villages near Eyhorne Street
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How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Older cement sheet roofs may contain asbestos. We do not test for it, but we flag it and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep slopes are hard to inspect safely on foot. A drone photographs them closely from a safe position.