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Drone Roof Survey in Frimley Green
Drone roof surveys in Frimley Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
How a drone roof survey works in Frimley Green
Drones need reasonable weather. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the day turns out unsuitable, we will talk about another date or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast before the visit and again on site. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you are worried about hidden gutters full of leaves and storm damage on steep or tall roofs, we can find out what’s behind it, on tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs alike.
Around Frimley Green, older homes can have thin loft insulation and later additions with roofs of their own. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Frimley Green (GU16, GU14)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a drone roof survey looks like in Frimley Green
Farnborough Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
Take an older house close to Church of St Andrew: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Frimley Green is about 1 mile south of Frimley, in Surrey. Frimley Green is one of many places we visit across Surrey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Guildford.
All of GU16 and GU14 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Cross Lane, Sturt Road and Beech Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Frimley Green include Frimley (1 mile north), Deepcut (1 mile north-east), Watchmoor (2 miles north-west), Camberley (2 miles north) and York Town (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (8 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Farnham (7 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles east) and Staines-upon-Thames (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Frimley Green
Around Frimley Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near National Aerospace Library, Prince of Wales pub and Henry Tyndale School. Nearby too are Sixth Form College (1.1 miles west) and Frimley Lodge Park (under half a mile south-east). Frimley Green’s nearest station is Farnborough North station, roughly 0.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Frimley Park Hospital (1.3 miles north) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (2.4 miles south). Not far away are Danger Hill and Aunt's Pool.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right. With lower homes, common in places like Frimley Green, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- PI and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Frimley Green
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. Cracked flaunching, loose pots and eroded pointing are frequently invisible from below. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Flashings that have come away
Take a building like Cross Farm Infant School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- Will the report include photos?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Book early if you’re near an airport
Keep the photos with your property records. They’re a useful baseline for future surveys, and they help if you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, especially in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The size of the roof
- Which survey package you book
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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What we do, 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. It usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Parking around Frimley Green is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- 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.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Frimley Green questions
Is Frimley Green within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Frimley Green is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you photograph next door’s garden?
Privacy is taken seriously on every flight. The camera is pointed at your roof, not next door. It is worth telling neighbours about the flight.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.