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Drone roof survey in Kingswood, Surrey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Kingswood from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
About our drone roof survey in Kingswood
Neighbours’ privacy matters on every flight. The camera stays on your roof, not on gardens or windows next door. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it is worth letting them know about the visit. We survey the roof you’ve asked us to look at. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. We’re often asked to look into tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack and ponding and splits on a high flat roof, on chimney stacks, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs.
Around Kingswood, lots of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from the ground.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Kingswood (KT20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Kingswood
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.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Airspace, weather and Kingswood roofs
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. If you look after a building like Tadworth Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Kingswood is about 4 miles south-west of Coulsdon, in Surrey. We carry out drone roof surveys in Kingswood for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Surrey. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Drone roof surveys in KT20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Beech Drive, Bears Den and Hamilton Place and the roads around them. With the B2032 close by, Kingswood is simple for us to get to for drone roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Tadworth (1 mile north-west), Lower Kingswood (1 mile south), Walton on the Hill (2 miles south-west), Margery (2 miles south) and Mogador (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (4 miles north-west), Horley (8 miles south), Redhill (4 miles south-east), Ewell (5 miles north-west), Reigate (4 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (11 miles north-west).
What’s near Kingswood
We work in homes and buildings around The Beacon School, Kingswood Arms and Chinthurst School and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Kingswood itself: Kingswood station. Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (3.8 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (1.7 miles west). The countryside around Kingswood includes Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
Common roof problems in Kingswood
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
If you run a business near The Ashley Centre, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see by drone or thermal camera.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to Kingswood is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. From above, we can see loose ridges and missing mortar.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. They’re all captured in close-up.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Kingswood
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
For a price for your roof in Kingswood, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Common questions in Kingswood
Is my home in Kingswood listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Kingswood?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What does a roof survey cost?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What if my home is near an airport?
It depends on the airspace at your address. 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 long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.