Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
Furze Platt Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Furze Platt. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Lifted or split lead flashings
How a drone roof survey works in Furze Platt
Drone roof surveys are available in Furze Platt and throughout London and the South East, subject to airspace checks and the weather. We fly seven days a week. We check the airspace for your address before booking a flight. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To ask whether a drone survey suits your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. If you’ve noticed hidden gutters full of leaves and ridge pieces that have lifted, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors alike.
Older cottages and houses around Furze Platt may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Results depend on the weather, so the visit is planned around the forecast.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Furze Platt (SL6)
- Wider area
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Steep slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, slipped slates frequently point to corroded nails. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is normally out of view. Close-up photos show the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Furze Platt
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
If you look after a building such as Furze Platt Senior School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before booking anyone
- Their insurance cover
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will the report include photos?
What a drone roof survey looks like in Furze Platt
White Waltham Airfield is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. About 2.6 miles north-east lies Cliveden, a reminder of how long the area around Furze Platt has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Furze Platt is about 1 mile north of Maidenhead, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Furze Platt is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Windsor and Maidenhead, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Surveys in SL6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Camden Road, Harrow Lane and Bridle Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Furze Platt include Maidenhead (1 mile south), Pinkneys Green (1 mile west), Cookham Dean (2 miles north), Cookham (2 miles north) and Boyn Hill (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Windsor (6 miles south-east), North Ascot (8 miles south), Dedworth (6 miles south-east), Broomhall (11 miles south-east), South Ascot (10 miles south) and Old Windsor (9 miles south-east). Being one of Windsor and Maidenhead’s larger places, Furze Platt has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
What’s near Furze Platt
Around Furze Platt, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Braywick Park, St Piran's School and Furze Platt Junior School and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Furze Platt itself: Furze Platt station. Well-known places in the area include The Reitlinger Bequest Museum (1.7 miles south-east) and St Mark's Hospital (0.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Furze Platt includes Weycock Hill and Taplow Lake.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. A visit to a smaller place like Furze Platt is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Furze Platt: your questions answered
Will you come out to Furze Platt?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Furze Platt listed or in a conservation area?
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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Is your drone operator registered?
Yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We fly a sub-250g drone and keep it in sight at all times.
Can you survey a roof inside a flight restriction zone?
It depends on the airspace at your address. Flying inside a flight restriction zone needs permission from the airport or air traffic control, which can add time. Book early if you think you may be affected.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
It depends where in central London. Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs have restricted areas that need NATS permission. Every address is checked first.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Furze Platt
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Also near Furze Platt
What else we do in Furze Platt
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photos and findings. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. The underside often shows problems before the outside does. Take photos of any changes.
How we price drone roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What made you get in touch
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.