Hampshire · London and the South East
Leagreen Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys across Leagreen, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
Drone roof survey in Leagreen: what you get
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on, such as old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. We will tell you if another approach would work better. We are frequently asked to look into ridge pieces that have lifted and lead work pulling away at abutments, across tall and steep roofs, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
Villages like Leagreen often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Leagreen (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Leagreen can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- 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 the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Drone roof surveys in Leagreen: local notes
Leagreen is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, 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. Take a building like Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Leagreen is about 3 miles west of Lymington, in Hampshire. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Leagreen and the surrounding area. Leagreen is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the SO41 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Downton (1 mile west), Hordle (1 mile north), Ashley (2 miles north-west), New Milton (2 miles north-west) and Barton on Sea (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Totton (13 miles north), Lymington (3 miles east), Hythe (12 miles north-east), Ringwood (10 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east) and Marchwood (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Leagreen
In Leagreen, that means homes and buildings near The Arnewood School. Leagreen’s nearest station is New Milton station, roughly 2.2 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.5 miles north-east) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Leagreen include Milford on Sea LNR.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Leagreen
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Leagreen?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is drone flying allowed in Leagreen?
That depends on where the roof is and on 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.
Is Leagreen in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Leagreen.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Leagreen, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
What we’re asked to look at in Leagreen
Height and steep pitches make close inspection risky. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Flashings that have come away
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
With Highcliffe Castle about 4.5 miles west, the area around Leagreen has a long history. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Is VAT included in the price?
Towns and villages near Leagreen
What else we do in Leagreen
What happens if roof problems are left?
From the ground, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there. It’s far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Leagreen
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.