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Drone roof survey in Hampton, Greater London

A careful look at the roof at your property in Hampton, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.

  • Lead work pulling away at abutments
  • Cracked mortar along the ridge
  • Chimney tops in poor condition

Drone roof surveys in Hampton

Airspace, weather and Hampton roofs

London’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City Airport and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.

For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints' Hampton, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. For businesses in and around places like Treaty Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help most.

Hampton is about 2 miles south-west of Twickenham, in Greater London. Hampton is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our London page covers surveys nearby.

We cover every part of TW12 and TW11 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Station Road, High Street and Old Farm Road. Being close to the A3008, Hampton is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Hampton include Hanworth (1 mile north-west), Hampton Hill (1 mile east), West Molesey (1 mile south), Fulwell (1 mile north-east) and East Molesey (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (13 miles north-east), City of Westminster (11 miles north-east), Marylebone (12 miles north-east), Kensington (9 miles north-east), St Pancras (13 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (15 miles north-east).

Around Hampton

We work in homes and buildings around Jolly Coopers pub, Lady Eleanor Holles School and Carlisle Park. The closest station to Hampton is Hampton station, roughly 0.5 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Treaty Centre (3.1 miles north) and Teddington Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles east). The countryside around Hampton includes Oak Avenue Local Nature Reserve and Richmond Hill.

Map of Hampton © OpenStreetMap contributors

How a drone roof survey works in Hampton

Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. Safety comes first on every visit. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, fragile roofs and large and complex roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are lifted or split lead flashings and moss and weeds taking hold up top.

Flying in London takes more checking than most places: there are flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Every address in Hampton is checked before any drone flight, and permission is never taken for granted.

After the visit, you get a report with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.

Where
Hampton (TW12, TW11)
Wider area
Greater London
Prices
From £400 inc. VAT
Reports
Written, with photos, emailed to you
When we survey
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Cover
PI and public liability insurance
Call
07833 053749
Last updated
27 October 2026
Illustration of a small drone above a row of three houses, looking down at a red tiled roof

What we look for on each type of roof

Large commercial roofs

Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically.

Flat roofs on tall buildings

Flat roof coverings wear out at different rates. Photos show how the covering is wearing.

The survey, step by step

Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. For a visit in Hampton, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at whatever is safely visible from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.

  1. We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
  2. Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
  3. We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
  4. Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
  5. The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.

Before the survey

  • If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
  • Keep pets in another room
  • Find any records of previous roof work

Arrange a survey

Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.

Book a survey

Advice

Prices for drone roof surveys in Hampton

Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:

  • The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
  • House, block, shop or office
  • Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
  • Basic, Standard or Premium

Our price is from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we will tell you which fits.

Helping us price your survey

We will usually ask about:

  • Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
  • Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
  • The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
  • Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof

Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.

Hampton: your questions answered

Is parking a problem for a survey in Hampton?

It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Let us know what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.

Are there drone restrictions around Hampton?

That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. London’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City Airport and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.

What happens after the survey?

You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.

What does a roof survey cost?

Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.

Do you work in Hampton?

Yes. We survey roofs in Hampton and the rest of Greater London. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.

Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?

Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.

What’s the best way to book?

To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.

What this survey cannot tell you

No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:

  • Flights in strong wind or a downpour
  • Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
  • Anything inside the loft or under the coverings

Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.

What we check

  • Valleys and parapet gutters
  • Tall and steep roofs
  • Chimney stacks
  • Large and complex roofs
  • Flat roofs on upper floors
  • Fragile roofs

For landlords and managing agents

Landlords and agents in Hampton book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.

Landlords, agents and building managers in Hampton and across Greater London can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.

Do you need a drone roof survey in Hampton?

Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. A drone shows what has slipped, lifted or gone.

Signs worth acting on include:

  • Lead work pulling away at abutments
  • Hidden gutters full of leaves
  • Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
  • Loose ridge and hip tiles

For a London address like Hampton, it’s useful to know about controlled parking before the day, along with any off-street space.

Before you book any roof surveyor

  • What experience they bring
  • Is there a chance to talk the report through?
  • How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
  • What the survey won’t cover

What a roof survey includes

20+ yearsRoof survey experience
5,000+ surveys98% customer satisfaction
Drones and thermal imagingCAA-registered drone operator
Fully insuredProfessional indemnity and public liability
Reports from £150Prices include VAT