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Drone roof survey in Horden, Kent
Independent drone roof surveys in Horden. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Drone roof survey in Horden
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. We will tell you if a drone is not the right tool for your roof. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. We are often asked to look into slates or tiles shifted by high winds and worn lead at chimneys and walls, across large and complex roofs, fragile roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
Somewhere as small as Horden, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Horden (TN17, TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Horden
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
We are often asked to look at:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Colliers Green Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before booking anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Surveys for landlords and agents in Horden
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. You cannot see it from the street at all, but it’s plain to see from the air.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roofs on tall buildings are often seen by nobody. From above, standing water, splits and tired upstands are clear.
What a drone roof survey does not cover
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Horden
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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 at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Horden frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Flying and imaging in Horden
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Around Horden, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Horden is about 6 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. We visit Horden as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Kent coverage includes Horden. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN17 and TN12 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Hill Top and Husheath Hill and the roads around them. Other places close to Horden include Colliers Green (1 mile south), Flishinghurst (2 miles south), Marden Thorn (2 miles north), Knox Bridge (2 miles east) and Cranbrook Common (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles west), Tonbridge (11 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north-west), Foley Park (10 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Horden
We work in homes and buildings around The Gill, among other places. Horden’s nearest station is Marden station, about 2.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (3.6 miles east) and Brattle Farm Museum (2 miles north-east).
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- The shape of the roof and its details
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Horden questions
Is my home in Horden listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Horden?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can a drone see inside my loft?
No. The drone sees the roof from outside only. The loft space is checked separately, where there is safe access.