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Drone roof survey in Fawley, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys around Fawley, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Flashings that have come away
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Flights in high wind or heavy rain
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Fawley
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
How a drone roof survey works in Fawley
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Each flight is kept short and stays focused on the roof we’re there to survey. We are often asked to look into lifted or split lead flashings and loose ridge and hip tiles, across flat roofs on upper floors, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Fawley may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Fawley (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Check there’s room outside for the drone to take off
- Allow time for permission if you are in a flight restriction zone
- Let us know what you want to see
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photos and findings. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys and parapet gutters
Hidden gutters and valleys sit out of sight. From above, we can see the linings, the joints and any debris.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen.
Why get it checked now?
Photographing a roof from the air does not touch it. Nothing is cracked or dislodged by footsteps, so the survey does not create new problems. Outbuildings and barns around Fawley are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why book us in Fawley
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
Airspace, weather and Fawley roofs
Fawley lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
Beaulieu Palace House, about 4.4 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Fawley. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Anyone responsible for a site like Fawley Infant School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Fawley is about 3 miles south-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fawley and nearby. Our Hampshire coverage includes Fawley and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Every address in SO45 is covered for drone roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on The Square, Whites Lane and Forge Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Fawley: Stonehills (1 mile south-east), Ashlett (1 mile east), Sprat's Down (1 mile south), Blackfield (1 mile south-west) and Calshot (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Gosport (9 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north), Fareham (7 miles east), Totton (9 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north) and Hedge End (6 miles north).
Landmarks near Fawley
In Fawley, that means homes and buildings near Falcon Hotel and The New Forest Academy. For rail, the closest station is Hamble station, about 3.2 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Coldeast (4.2 miles north-east) and Calshot Castle (1.9 miles east). Not far away are Mercury Marshes.
Places near Fawley
What else we do in Fawley
How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Fawley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Questions from Fawley
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Fawley?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fawley?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Fawley
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.