West Berkshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Heads Hill, West Berkshire
We carry out drone roof surveys in Heads Hill and the rest of West Berkshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Heads Hill, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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 looked at, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
About our drone roof survey in Heads Hill
Drone roof surveys are available in Heads Hill and throughout London and South East England, subject to airspace checks and the weather. Flights take place on weekdays and at weekends. Every address is checked for airspace restrictions first. You get a written report with close-up photos and recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, call 07833 053749 or email us. We are often asked to look into standing water on a flat roof and outlets choked with leaves and silt, on large and complex roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and tall and steep roofs.
In a small place like Heads Hill, 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.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Heads Hill (RG19, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen.
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. A drone shows cracked mortar and loose ridge tiles.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Drone roof surveys around Heads Hill
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Cheam School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Heads Hill is about 2 miles south of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. If you are in Heads Hill, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We work across RG19 and RG20 for drone roof surveys. Streets in the area include Main Street, Thornford Road and Second Street East. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Bishop's Green (1 mile south-west), Headley (1 mile south-east), Bury's Bank (1 mile north-west), Mill Green (1 mile south-east) and Goose Hill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north-west), Hungerford (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (13 miles east) and Calcot (11 miles north-east).
Around Heads Hill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to New Greenham Park and Kennet School. The nearest railway station is Thatcham station, about 1.9 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Donnington Castle (4.3 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.4 miles north). For a walk, there’s Thatcham Reed Beds and Ladle Hill.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Heads Hill
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
Questions from Heads Hill
Is drone flying allowed in Heads Hill?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Do you cover smaller places like Heads Hill?
Yes. Heads Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Heads Hill?
Many roofs are never seen properly from the ground. You can’t see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
Shaw House lies about 3.3 miles north-west, so building around Heads Hill goes back a long way. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
What to check before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Also near Heads Hill
What else we do in Heads Hill
Why it’s worth a survey now in Heads Hill
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. Close-up photos show what’s really there. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. For an older or listed building in a place like Heads Hill, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.