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Hillyfields Drone Roof Survey
We carry out drone roof surveys in Hillyfields and the rest of Southampton. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
Drone roof survey in Hillyfields: what you get
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that’s where leaks and condensation frequently show first. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. If you are worried about eroded pointing on a chimney stack and wind damage high on the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older cottages and houses around Hillyfields may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Hillyfields (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Hillyfields
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Next time, you can compare and see what has moved or worn. It is useful for planning maintenance over the years. Blocked gutters on homes around Hillyfields overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Hillyfields
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Every finding written up with photos
- Prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
What to let us know when you contact us
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Let us know what you want to see
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Move stored items away from the hatch
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation. Make sure insulation does not block the airflow.
How the survey works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Parking around Hillyfields is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Also in Hillyfields
Questions from Hillyfields
How do I find out if my home in Hillyfields is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you cover smaller places like Hillyfields?
Yes. Hillyfields is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you hold CAA registration for the drone?
Yes. Our registration covers a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We use a sub-250g drone, flown within the rules for the open category.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Hillyfields?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
What’s in the report?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hillyfields
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Flying and imaging in Hillyfields
Hillyfields lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. 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.
With Southampton Tudor House and Garden about 3.7 miles south-east, the area around Hillyfields has a long history. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. If you run a business near Marlands Shopping Centre, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from above or with a thermal imager. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Hillyfields is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. Hillyfields is one of many places we visit across Southampton, for homes and businesses alike. Our Southampton coverage includes Hillyfields and the places around it.
Surveys in SO16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Maplin Road, Colne Avenue and Hayburn Road. Hillyfields is on the M271, so it’s easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Nursling (1 mile north), Maybush (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east) and Coxford (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Around Hillyfields
Typical jobs here are in homes near Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Millbrook Community School. Hillyfields’s nearest station is Redbridge station, roughly 1.1 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Marlands Shopping Centre (3.4 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (1.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Testwood Lakes.
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters