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Drone roof survey in Hardley, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hardley. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Flashings that have come away
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hardley
Drone roof surveys are available in Hardley and throughout London and the South East, where the airspace and the weather allow. Flights take place on weekdays and at weekends. Every address is checked for airspace restrictions first. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. If you are worried about vegetation in valleys and gutters and standing water on a flat roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Hardley, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
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
- Hardley (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Hardley
Large roofs take a long time to see on foot. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Anne, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
Places near Hardley
What else we do in Hardley
Before and after the survey
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
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.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
The survey, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Hardley, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. In a place like Hardley, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hardley
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A written report with photos
- 98% of customers satisfied
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hardley
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Questions from Hardley
Is my home in Hardley listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Hardley within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Will the drone film my neighbours?
We keep the camera on the roof we are surveying, not on neighbouring gardens or windows. We only survey what the owner has asked us to. A word with next door beforehand is a good idea.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Airspace, weather and Hardley roofs
Hardley lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
With Beaulieu Palace House about 2.9 miles south-west, the area around Hardley has a long history. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If you look after a building such as The New Forest Academy, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Hardley is about 2 miles south of Hythe, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Hardley, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Hardley.
Here we cover the SO45 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Harrier Way, Harrier Green and Falconer Court or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Hardley: Little Holbury (1 mile south), Holbury (1 mile south), Frostlane (1 mile north), Roughdown (1 mile south) and Blackfield (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Gosport (11 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (7 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (10 miles north) and Hedge End (7 miles north-east).
Around Hardley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Manor Church of England Infant School, among other places. Hardley’s nearest station is Netley station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Royal South Hants Hospital (5.1 miles north) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Mercury Marshes.
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.