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Drone roof survey in Gurnard, Isle of Wight
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Gurnard, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
Drone roof survey in Gurnard
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. Where there is safe access, we look in the loft space too, since that is where leaks and condensation frequently show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. Common reasons to book are eroded pointing on a chimney stack and moss and weeds taking hold up top, across flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and fragile roofs.
In a small place like Gurnard, 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. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Gurnard (PO31)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Gurnard property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Gurnard frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- We also look inside the roof space where it’s safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Gurnard
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lifted or split lead flashings
If you look after a building such as Gurnard Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How soon the report will arrive
- What insurance they carry
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Common questions in Gurnard
Is Gurnard within the area you cover?
Yes, Gurnard is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Gurnard listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What happens next?
You’ll get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Does your drone take thermal images?
Our drone survey is about close-up photos. Thermal imaging comes with the Premium Survey, as a separate check.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Does the drone show the underside of the roof?
No. It shows what’s on the outside. Leaks, damp timbers and condensation frequently show first from inside, so we inspect the loft space as well where access is safe.
How we price drone roof surveys
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Flying and imaging in Gurnard
Gurnard lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Gurnard. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
If you live in an older home near All Saints' Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. Osborne House lies about 2.3 miles east, so building around Gurnard goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Gurnard is about 1 mile west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Gurnard is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the PO31 postcode area for drone roof surveys. You will find streets like Cow Lane, The Avenue and Shore Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Cowes (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile south), Rew Street (1 mile south-west), Great Thorness (2 miles south-west) and Noke Common (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (4 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (11 miles south-east), Ventnor (12 miles south-east) and Oakfield (8 miles east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
What’s near Gurnard
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cowes Enterprise College and The Portland Inn. A little further out are St Mary's Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Gurnard includes Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
Leave it or get it looked at?
It is hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. Our report shows the condition of each area. That helps you put the work in order. Outbuildings and barns around Gurnard are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends