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Drone Roof Survey in Faringdon
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach across Faringdon, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
How a drone roof survey works in Faringdon
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. A drone takes close-up photographs of those roofs from the air. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly, including slopes that cannot be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It’s also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. We survey fragile roofs, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are blocked valleys and parapet gutters and ponding and splits on a high flat roof.
Even in a smaller place like Faringdon, there may be airfields or restrictions nearby, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Exposed sites can be windy, and a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Faringdon (SN7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Let us know the exact address when you book
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, especially in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Faringdon questions
Are there drone restrictions around Faringdon?
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 a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Faringdon?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How do I book a survey in Faringdon?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The report follows by email.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Faringdon?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Faringdon
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. A visit to a smaller place like Faringdon is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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What a drone roof survey looks like in Faringdon
About 3 miles north-west lies Buscot Park, a reminder of how long the area around Faringdon has been built on. 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, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Hotels and guest houses near Faringdon can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. Anyone responsible for a site like Faringdon Community College will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Faringdon is about 10 miles south-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in Faringdon work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our Oxfordshire coverage includes Faringdon and the places around it. There is also a page for Oxford.
Here we cover the SN7 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Station Road, Marlborough Gardens and Marlborough Close and the roads around them. Faringdon sits on or near the A417 and A4095, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Faringdon: Little Coxwell (1 mile south), Fernham (2 miles south), Shellingford (2 miles south-east), Hatford (3 miles east) and Baulking (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (15 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles east), Witney (10 miles north-east), Carterton (8 miles north), Wantage (8 miles south-east) and Grove (8 miles south-east).
What’s near Faringdon
In Faringdon, that means homes and buildings near Faringdon Infant School and The Swan pub and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Faringdon Day Hospital (within half a mile north) and Faringdon Castle (0.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Badbury Hill.