Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Laverstoke
Drone roof surveys in Laverstoke, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
About our drone roof survey in Laverstoke
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it cannot see inside. Where there’s safe access, we look in the loft space too, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. If you’re worried about damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and chimney tops in poor condition, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Laverstoke, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong 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.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Laverstoke (RG28)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Laverstoke roofs
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
The streets around a church such as St Nicholas' Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. If you look after a building such as Testbourne Community School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Laverstoke is about 8 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Laverstoke can all book drone roof surveys. Across Hampshire, we cover Laverstoke. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We survey roofs across the RG28 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Laverstoke Lane and Florence Portal Close. We also cover the places around Laverstoke: Freefolk (1 mile north-west), Wells-in-the-Field (1 mile west), Southington (1 mile north-east), Whitchurch (2 miles west) and Overton (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (8 miles west), Alton (15 miles east), Tadley (11 miles north-east) and Hook (15 miles east).
What’s near Laverstoke
For rail, the closest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, roughly 1.7 miles west.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Laverstoke 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 comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What affects the price in Laverstoke
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- Anything about access we should know
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in Laverstoke
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Laverstoke?
Usually 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, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Laverstoke?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How do I book a survey in Laverstoke?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Why it is worth a survey now in Laverstoke
From the ground, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there. It is far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. Older cottages and farmhouses around Laverstoke can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Nearby places to Laverstoke
What else we do in Laverstoke
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Flights in high wind or heavy rain
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Let us know what you want to see
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Let us know the exact address as you book
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later, and they help if you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.