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Drone Roof Survey in Hedgerley
Drone roof surveys in Hedgerley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Common questions in Hedgerley
Is my home in Hedgerley listed or in a conservation area?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Hedgerley?
It depends on the exact address and the weather 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 heavy rain.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
What’s in the report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you look in the roof space?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
How do I book a survey in Hedgerley?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Drone roof survey in Hedgerley: what you get
Drones need reasonable weather. We don’t fly in strong wind or heavy rain, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. We survey chimney stacks, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs, and people most frequently book us about flashings that have come away and flat roofs on upper floors that hold water.
Older buildings in small places like Hedgerley may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Hedgerley (SL2)
- Region
- Slough
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a drone roof survey in Hedgerley?
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Three-storey houses, blocks of flats and tall commercial buildings are common examples. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their report turnaround times
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What insurance they carry
Nearby places to Hedgerley
Other services in Hedgerley
DIY checks: what’s safe
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Hedgerley often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Let us know what you want to see
- Book early if you’re near an airport
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hedgerley
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hedgerley. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. The drone covers the roof area by area.
Drones, thermal imaging and Hedgerley roofs
Historic houses such as Cliveden, about 3.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Hedgerley goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
If you look after a building such as Farnham Common Junior School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Hedgerley is about 3 miles south-east of Beaconsfield, in Slough. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hedgerley and nearby. Hedgerley is one of the places in Slough where we work for drone roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: SL2. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Jones Way, Hedgerley Hill and Cottage Park Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Hedgerley include Egypt (1 mile south-west), Farnham Common (1 mile south-west), East Burnham (2 miles south-west), Littleworth Corner (2 miles west) and Farnham Royal (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Slough (4 miles south), Cippenham (4 miles south), Chalvey (5 miles south), Langley (5 miles south-east), Upton (5 miles south) and Burnham (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Hedgerley
In Hedgerley, that means homes and buildings near Bulstrode Park, The White Horse Public House and Khalsa Secondary Academy, among other places. The closest station to Hedgerley is Gerrards Cross station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Wexham Park Hospital (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Pynesfield Lake.