Kent · London and the South East
Farthingloe Drone Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Farthingloe, with photos and a written report.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Chimney tops in poor condition
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older rural homes like those around Farthingloe can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it’s checked too.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Drone roof survey in Farthingloe
Drone roof surveys are available in Farthingloe and throughout London and the South East, where the airspace and the weather allow. Flights take place on weekdays and at weekends. Every address is checked for airspace restrictions first. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We survey chimney stacks, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and ponding and splits on a high flat roof.
In a village or hamlet like Farthingloe, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. 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 in advance. 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. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Farthingloe (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Farthingloe. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Places near Farthingloe
What else we do in Farthingloe
What happens if roof problems are left?
On a tall building, problems are often found only when water comes in. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. Looking from above picks up the early signs. In a small place like Farthingloe, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent view of the roof
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Flying and imaging in Farthingloe
Farthingloe lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
If you live in an older home near Aycliffe Church Centre, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Aycliffe Community Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Farthingloe is about 2 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. Roofs in Farthingloe get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Farthingloe is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of CT15 is covered for drone roof surveys. If you’re just outside Farthingloe, we cover Maxton (1 mile north-east), Aycliffe (1 mile south-east), Church Hougham (1 mile west), Dover (2 miles north-east) and West Hougham (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (5 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles west), Walmer (8 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (5 miles west).
Around Farthingloe
Around Farthingloe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Astor College for the Arts, Whinless Down and Crown & Sceptre pub. The nearest railway station is Dover Priory station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Buckland Hospital (1.2 miles north-east) and Old Town Gaol (1.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Common questions in Farthingloe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Farthingloe?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Farthingloe?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How do I book a survey in Farthingloe?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically, so nothing is skipped.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We record the signs of age we can see.