Surrey · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Hookwood
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hookwood from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
How a drone roof survey works in Hookwood
Drones need reasonable weather. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast before the visit and again on site. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you’ve noticed vegetation in valleys and gutters and loose ridge and hip tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Hookwood may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Hookwood (RH6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hookwood
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Hookwood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
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What a drone roof survey looks like in Hookwood
Hookwood is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given. Within a mile and a half or so of Hookwood there are several hotels. For hotels and other commercial buildings, large roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Anyone responsible for a site like Manorfield Primary and Nursery School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Hookwood, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Hookwood is about 1 mile south-west of Horley, in Surrey. Hookwood is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our Surrey coverage includes Hookwood.
Here we cover the RH6 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Campbell Close, Mistley Gardens and Kennel Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Hookwood, we cover Horley (1 mile north-east), Fernhill (2 miles east), Tinsley Green (2 miles south-east), Langley Green (3 miles south) and Shipley Bridge (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (5 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (5 miles north), Caterham (9 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles north-west).
Around Hookwood
Typical jobs here are in homes near Black Horse pub and Oakwood School. The nearest railway station is Horley station, roughly 1.2 miles east. Nearby you will also find Crawley Museum (3.5 miles south) and Langley Green Hospital (2.6 miles south).
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
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. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, and early repairs keep water out.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. From above, we can see the linings, the joints and any debris.
Steep slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, slipped slates often point to corroded nails. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Hookwood?
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Older slates and tiles break easily, and some sheet roofs are fragile. With a drone, the roof is photographed without anyone stepping on it.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Wind damage high on the roof
Take an older house close to Church of St Bartholomew: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Common questions in Hookwood
Is my home in Hookwood listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Hookwood?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How long does a drone roof survey take?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Pre-flight checks of the site and the weather are part of that.
What about my neighbours’ privacy?
The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring gardens or windows. We only survey what the owner has asked us to. If your roof is shared, it’s useful to tell your neighbours about the visit.
What if my home is near an airport?
Near airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, London City and Stansted, flight restriction zones apply. We check your address and ask for permission where it is required. If it is not given, we inspect by other means.
How do I book a survey in Hookwood?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.