Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Hollingbourne, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Hollingbourne. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
How a drone roof survey works in Hollingbourne
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. The camera stays on your roof, not on gardens or windows next door. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Each flight is kept short and stays focused on the roof we’re there to survey. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs, and people most often book us about outlets choked with leaves and silt and worn lead at chimneys and walls.
In a small place like Hollingbourne, 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. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Hollingbourne (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hollingbourne
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. They show the location and extent of each defect. In a small place like Hollingbourne, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
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Other services in Hollingbourne
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hollingbourne. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Drone roof surveys in Hollingbourne: local notes
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. With Leeds Castle about 1.3 miles south-west, Hollingbourne sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building such as Hollingbourne Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Hollingbourne is about 5 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Hollingbourne, we can survey the roof. Across Kent, we cover Hollingbourne.
Drone roof surveys in ME17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Upper Street, Pilgrims Way and Hollingbourne Hill. Close by, we survey roofs in Eyhorne Street (1 mile south-west), Broad Street (1 mile north-west), Chegworth (2 miles south), Ashbank (2 miles south-west) and Broomfield (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Near you in Hollingbourne
We work in homes and buildings around Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House. The nearest railway station is Hollingbourne station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Laundry Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Detling Hill.
Common questions in Hollingbourne
Will you come out to Hollingbourne?
Yes, Hollingbourne is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Hollingbourne listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How do I book a survey in Hollingbourne?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What if my home is near an airport?
That depends on where the roof is. Flying inside a flight restriction zone needs permission from the airport or air traffic control, which can add time. Allow a little extra time if your home is close to an airport.
How much is a survey?
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 including VAT.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Hollingbourne, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- We also look inside the loft space where it is safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Common roof problems in Hollingbourne
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. You can’t see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Faults there can go unnoticed for years.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long the report takes to arrive