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Drone Roof Survey in Gatton
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Gatton and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Gatton
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. A drone takes close-up photographs 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. The photos go into a written report. It is also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. If we can’t fly, we tell you why. We are often asked to look into vegetation in valleys and gutters and lead work pulling away at abutments, on chimney stacks, tall and steep roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
In a small place like Gatton, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Gatton (RH2, RH1)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gatton: your questions answered
Is drone flying allowed in Gatton?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome comes within about 2 miles of Gatton. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is Gatton within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when booking.
Why act early in Gatton
On a tall building, problems are frequently found only when water comes in. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. Looking from above picks up the early signs. For an older or listed building in a place like Gatton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 98% of customers satisfied
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Airspace, weather and Gatton roofs
The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome comes within about 2 miles of Gatton. We check the exact boundary for the address before flying, and if the roof falls inside it, we ask for permission first. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
The streets around a church like St Andrew's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. If you run a business near The Belfry, a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. If you look after a building such as Lime Tree Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Gatton is about 2 miles north of Redhill, in Surrey. Surveys in Gatton work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Our Surrey coverage includes Gatton and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Surveys in RH2 and RH1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Rocky Lane and Gatton Bottom and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Gatton: South Merstham (1 mile east), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-east), Merstham (1 mile north-east), Mugswell (1 mile north-west) and Redhill (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (13 miles north-west), Caterham (4 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west).
Near you in Gatton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to East Surrey College, Nutfield Marshes and St Bede's School, among other places. Gatton’s nearest station is Merstham station, roughly 1 mile east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include East Surrey Hospital (3.1 miles south) and The Belfry (1.6 miles south). Not far away are Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Expect us to rearrange if it is too windy or wet
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Move stored items away from the hatch
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
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.
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Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Gatton
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Gatton, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- 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.
- We also look inside the loft space where it is safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
How we price drone roof surveys
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
We will typically ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.