Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Forest Corner
Independent drone roof surveys in Forest Corner. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Forest Corner
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. A drone takes close-up photos of those roofs from the air. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail, including slopes that cannot be seen from the street. Everything we find goes into a written report with photographs. It is also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight isn’t possible, we explain why. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates on a high roof and damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on large and complex roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and flat roofs on upper floors alike.
Older buildings in small places like Forest Corner may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Forest Corner (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys in Forest Corner: local notes
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. Avon Tyrrell House, about 3.6 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Forest Corner. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building such as Poulner Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Forest Corner is about 1 mile east of Ringwood, in Hampshire. We cover Forest Corner and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Forest Corner is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for drone roof surveys. You can also see our page for Southampton.
All of BH24 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Burcombe Lane, St Aubyns Lane and Picket Hill or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Forest Corner include Foulford (1 mile south-east), Shobley (1 mile north-east), Hangersley (1 mile north-west), Poulner (1 mile west) and Hightown (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east) and Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Forest Corner
Around Forest Corner, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The London Tavern and Ringwood School Academy. A little further out are St Leonard's Hospital (5.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like Forest Corner, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
For a price for your roof in Forest Corner, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Other services in Forest Corner
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.
What a drone roof survey does not cover
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Forest Corner
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
Do you need a drone roof survey in Forest Corner?
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Lifted or split lead flashings
If you live in an older home near St John the Baptist, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What insurance they carry
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT
FAQs for Forest Corner
Are there drone restrictions around Forest Corner?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Is Forest Corner within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. The written report follows by email.