Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Langley, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys in Langley and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
How a drone roof survey works in Langley
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. Safety comes first on every visit. If you’re worried about flashings that have come away and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on fragile roofs, tall and steep roofs and large and complex roofs alike.
In a small place like Langley, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Langley (SO45)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Langley
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Blackfield Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether VAT is added on top
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
For a price for your roof in Langley, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
For a price for drone roof surveys in Langley, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
Flying and imaging in Langley
Langley is within about 2 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Beaulieu Palace House lies about 3.5 miles west, so building around Langley goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. Take an older house close to St Francis: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Langley is about 4 miles south of Hythe, in Hampshire. We carry out drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Langley and nearby. Langley is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. There is also a page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: SO45. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Chalewood Road, Hursley Drive and Bernwood Grove or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Blackfield (1 mile north), Roughdown (1 mile north-west), Holbury (1 mile north), Stanswood (1 mile east) and Sprat's Down (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Gosport (10 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (8 miles east), Totton (10 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Langley
Typical jobs here are in homes near The New Forest Academy and the streets around them. Langley’s nearest station is Hamble station, roughly 4.7 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Coldeast (5.8 miles north-east) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (3.7 miles west). For a walk, there’s Mill Hill and Mercury Marshes.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Langley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it’s checked too.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Langley
Is drone flying allowed in Langley?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Do you cover smaller places like Langley?
Yes, Langley is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. The report follows by email.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.