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Forest Green Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Forest Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Why act early in Forest Green
A drone record gives you a baseline. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It helps when you plan ahead. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Forest Green
- An independent look at the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 98% of clients satisfied
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Forest Green
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe, like old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. We will tell you if another approach would work better. If you are worried about storm damage on steep or tall roofs and chimney tops in poor condition, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Forest Green may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera does not 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.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Forest Green (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Forest Green roofs
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. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Around Forest Green, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Forest Green is about 6 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Anywhere in Forest Green, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Surrey, we cover Forest Green and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Drone roof surveys in RH5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Horsham Road and Ockley Road. If you’re just outside Forest Green, we cover Ockley (2 miles south-east), Abinger Bottom (2 miles north), Coldharbour (2 miles north-east), Friday Street (3 miles north) and Abinger Common (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Guildford (10 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles east), Redhill (11 miles north-east) and Ewell (15 miles north-east).
Around Forest Green
In Forest Green, that means homes and buildings near The Parrot pub and Wallis Wood, among other places. Forest Green’s nearest station is Ockley station, roughly 2.6 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Abinger Castle (2.9 miles north) and Mesolithic Museum (2.9 miles north). The countryside around Forest Green includes Leith Hill and Vann Lake.
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Forest Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we’re surveying.
- Where there is safe access, we check the loft as well.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Forest Green
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
Surveys for landlords and agents in Forest Green
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. From above, we can see the linings, the joints and any debris.
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If the flue needs a specialist, we will tell you.
When to book a survey in Forest Green
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Holy Trinity, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the survey won’t cover
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Forest Green
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Forest Green?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How do I find out if my home in Forest Green is listed?
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.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Forest Green?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.