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Finberry Drone Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Finberry, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Finberry
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see inside. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that is where leaks and condensation often show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. If you’re worried about damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and worn lead at chimneys and walls, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Villages like Finberry frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Finberry (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. Older and listed buildings around Finberry may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Finberry
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- PI and public liability insurance
- A written report with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Honest limits
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
Nearby places to Finberry
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What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Flying and imaging in Finberry
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
If you look after a building such as Finberry Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. With Godinton House about 4 miles north-west, the area around Finberry has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Finberry is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Finberry and nearby. Finberry is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We survey roofs across the TN25 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Swift Avenue, Harrier Drive and Nuthatch Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Finberry include Cheeseman's Green (1 mile south), South Willesborough (1 mile north), Park Farm (1 mile west), Newtown (1 mile north-west) and Kingsnorth (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (9 miles east), Davington (14 miles north) and Preston (13 miles north).
Around Finberry
In Finberry, that means homes and buildings near Ashford Green Corridors and John Wallis Academy. The closest station to Finberry is Ashford International station, roughly 2 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (1.9 miles north-east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Finberry include Hatch Park.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Let us know what you want to see
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow.
Common questions in Finberry
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Finberry?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are there drone restrictions around Finberry?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Rural addresses near Finberry can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Finberry, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.