Kent · London and the South East
Goudhurst Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Goudhurst. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
How a drone roof survey works in Goudhurst
Every flight starts with an airspace check. Near protected airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, flight restriction zones mean permission is needed first. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If we cannot fly, we use other safe vantage points instead and explain why. Prison sites also have drone restriction zones. We survey tall and steep roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked mortar along the ridge and wind damage high on the roof.
Villages like Goudhurst often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Goudhurst (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Ridges and hips
Wind lifts loose ridge and hip tiles. Finding them early keeps them from coming down.
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks and loose pots are easier to judge from above. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Let us know what you want to see
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly where each defect is.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, so small faults are dealt with early.
Airspace, weather and Goudhurst roofs
We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons.
The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you look after a building like Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. Historic houses like Scotney Castle, about 2.6 miles south-west, show how far back building around Goudhurst goes. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Goudhurst is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We carry out drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Goudhurst and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across TN17 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Back Lane. If you are just outside Goudhurst, we cover Smallbridge (1 mile north-west), Brandfold (1 mile north), Broad Ford (1 mile north-west), Capel Cross (2 miles north) and Glassenbury (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (11 miles north), Foley Park (12 miles north) and Paddock Wood (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Goudhurst
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Star And Eagle Hotel and The Gill, among other places. Goudhurst’s nearest station is Marden station, about 4.5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Finchcocks Musical Museum (1.6 miles south-west) and Ticehurst House Hospital (5.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
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What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Goudhurst can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Goudhurst
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Goudhurst. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Goudhurst: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Goudhurst is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Goudhurst?
Yes. Goudhurst is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Does your drone take thermal images?
Our drone takes close-up photographs of the roof. Thermal imaging is a separate check, and it’s part of the Premium Survey.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
What affects the price in Goudhurst
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.