Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Greatstone-on-Sea, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Greatstone-on-Sea from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Useful tips for Greatstone-on-Sea property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Let us know what you want to see
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Book early if you’re near an airport
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.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
About our drone roof survey in Greatstone-on-Sea
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it isn’t safe. We are frequently asked to look into lifted or split lead flashings and chimney tops in poor condition, on tall and steep roofs, large and complex roofs and chimney stacks.
Villages like Greatstone-on-Sea often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. High 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. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
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 plan your next steps.
- Where
- Greatstone-on-Sea (TN28)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Greatstone-on-Sea. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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 with less disruption.
Questions from Greatstone-on-Sea
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Greatstone-on-Sea?
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 drone flying allowed in Greatstone-on-Sea?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Lydd Airport is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you work in Greatstone-on-Sea?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Greatstone-on-Sea included.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Different roofs, different checks
Large commercial roofs
Fragile roof sheets and roof lights can be dangerous to walk on. A drone keeps everyone off them.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep slopes are hard to inspect safely on foot. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen.
What affects the price in Greatstone-on-Sea
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Places near Greatstone-on-Sea
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Why act early in Greatstone-on-Sea
On a tall building, problems are often found only when water comes in. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. A drone survey finds them sooner. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Greatstone-on-Sea, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Drone roof surveys in Greatstone-on-Sea: local notes
Greatstone-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Greatstone-on-Sea is about 2 miles from Lydd Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly.
If you live in an older home near St Peter's, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. If you look after a building such as Greatstone Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Greatstone-on-Sea is about 9 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Surveys in Greatstone-on-Sea work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Greatstone-on-Sea is one of the places in Kent where we work. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN28 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Alfred Road, Meehan Road South and Hardy Road. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Littlestone-on-Sea (1 mile north), New Romney (1 mile north-west), Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles south), Lydd (3 miles south-west) and St Mary's Bay (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles north), Folkestone (12 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles north-east), Hawkinge (13 miles north-east), Tenterden (14 miles north-west) and Cheriton (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Greatstone-on-Sea
We work in homes and buildings around Romney Warren Country Park, The Marsh Academy and The Jolly Fisherman pub, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Romney 'castle' (3.2 miles north-west) and Lydd Town Museum (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Greatstone-on-Sea includes Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Somewhere like Greatstone-on-Sea needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- 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 the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.