Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Hatherden
Drone roof surveys in Hatherden from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
About our drone roof survey in Hatherden
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs cannot always be inspected up close. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly. Everything we find goes into a written report with photographs. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. If we can’t fly, we tell you why. Common reasons to book are loose ridge and hip tiles and standing water on a flat roof, on fragile roofs, chimney stacks and flat roofs on upper floors.
In a village or hamlet like Hatherden, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Hatherden (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Hatherden, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Common questions in Hatherden
Is drone flying allowed in Hatherden?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Is my home in Hatherden listed or in a conservation area?
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.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The report follows by email.
Do you cover Hatherden for drone roof surveys?
Yes. Hatherden is part of the area we cover.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Book early if you are near an airport
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit, and whether work has done its job.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Drones, thermal imaging and Hatherden roofs
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
Take an older house close to Christchurch: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Hatherden is about 3 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. We visit Hatherden as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Hatherden is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for drone roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Every address in SP11 is within our area for drone roof surveys. Local streets include Hatherden Lane, The Close and Hatchet Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Hatherden include Clanville (1 mile west), Foxcotte (2 miles south), Tangley (2 miles north-west), Penton Mewsey (2 miles south-west) and Charlton (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Andover (3 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south-east), Ludgershall (5 miles west) and Whitchurch (8 miles east).
Around Hatherden
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Hare & Hounds pub and Harrow Way Community School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Andover station, roughly 2.9 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south) and Andover Museum (3.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Hatherden
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Hatherden
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. From the ground, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Flashings that have come away
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hatherden Church of England Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which limits apply to the survey