Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Hatford Drone Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Hatford, with photographs and a written report.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Hatford, 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. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Drone roof survey in Hatford
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, 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. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it is not safe. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs, and people most often book us about flashings that have come away and eroded pointing on a chimney stack.
Older buildings in small places like Hatford may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Hatford (SN7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Hatford
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Older slates and tiles break easily, and fragile sheet roofs are dangerous to walk on. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Lifted or split lead flashings
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Stanford in the Vale Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a drone roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Towns and villages near Hatford
What else we do in Hatford
Common questions in Hatford
Is Hatford within the area you cover?
Yes, Hatford is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Hatford is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What if it is windy or raining on the day?
Bad weather means no flight. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so a new date is agreed with you.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does your drone take thermal images?
Not as part of the drone survey, which is about close-up photos. For thermal imaging, look at the Premium Survey or our thermal roof survey, and its findings are checked with moisture readings.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Height and safe access
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Hatford, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Drones, thermal imaging and Hatford roofs
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. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Steep or complicated roofs are often hard to see from ground level, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Historic houses such as Longworth House, about 3.9 miles north-east, show how far back building around Hatford goes. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. For an older house near a landmark such as Holy Trinity Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Hatford is about 6 miles north-west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Hatford is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Hatford is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for drone roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Every address in SN7 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Hatford, we cover Stanford in the Vale (1 mile south), Bow (1 mile south-east), Shellingford (2 miles south-west), Buckland (2 miles north) and Baulking (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Oxford (14 miles north-east), Didcot (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (10 miles east), Witney (9 miles north), Carterton (9 miles north-west) and Wantage (6 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Hatford
We work in homes and buildings around Church of St Denys. Other landmarks nearby include Faringdon Castle (2.6 miles west) and Longworth Hospital (3.1 miles west). Open spaces near Hatford include Badbury Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Why get it checked now?
From the ground, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. Outbuildings and barns around Hatford are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Hatford
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- PI and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.