Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Hinxhill Park, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Hinxhill Park. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Drone roof surveys around Hinxhill Park
About 3.9 miles west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Hinxhill Park has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. If you run a business near Ashford Designer Outlet, big, flat commercial roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help most.
Hinxhill Park is about 2 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hinxhill Park can all book drone roof surveys. Hinxhill Park is one of the places in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: TN24. Local streets include Honeysuckle Avenue, Stitchworth Lane and Mallow Road, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Hinxhill Park, we cover Hinxhill (1 mile north-east), Sevington (1 mile south-west), Mersham (2 miles south), Ridgeway (2 miles south-east) and South Stour (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (12 miles north), Hythe (8 miles south-east), Davington (13 miles north) and Preston (12 miles north).
What’s near Hinxhill Park
In Hinxhill Park, that means homes and buildings near The Norton Knatchbull School, Conningbrook Lakes Country Park and The Blacksmith's Arms Public House, among other places. Hinxhill Park’s nearest station is Ashford International station, about 1.9 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find William Harvey Hospital (less than half a mile north-west) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.8 miles west). Not far away are Hatch Park.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hinxhill Park
Drone roof surveys are available in Hinxhill Park and throughout London and South East England, where the airspace and the weather allow. Flights take place on weekdays and at weekends. We check the airspace for your address before booking a flight. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We survey fragile roofs, chimney stacks and flat roofs on upper floors, and the problems we are asked to look at most are flashings that have come away and slates or tiles shifted by high winds.
In a small place like Hinxhill Park, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong 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.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Hinxhill Park (TN24)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
The flat roof on top of a block is rarely looked at. From above, standing water, splits and tired upstands are clear.
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag it in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Also in Hinxhill Park
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hinxhill Park
Landlords and agents in Hinxhill Park book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Let us know the exact address as you book
- Let us know what you want to see
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, and early repairs keep water out.
When to book a survey in Hinxhill Park
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Faults there can go unnoticed for years, which is why owners turn to a drone.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Take a building like Willesborough Infant School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Hinxhill Park questions
Is Hinxhill Park within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Hinxhill Park is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Will you photograph next door’s garden?
The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring gardens or windows. We inspect only the roof you’ve asked about. A word with next door beforehand is a good idea.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Hinxhill Park?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. In a small place like Hinxhill Park, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the loft as well.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.