Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Lewson Street, Kent
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Lewson Street, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
How a drone roof survey works in Lewson Street
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. Where there’s safe access, we look in the roof space too, because the underside tells its own story. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. Typical surveys look at flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and lead work pulling away at abutments, on chimney stacks, tall and steep roofs and fragile roofs.
In a small place like Lewson Street, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, 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 report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Lewson Street (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Lewson Street
Is drone flying allowed in Lewson Street?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Will you come out to Lewson Street?
Yes, Lewson Street is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. The written report follows by email.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as 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.
Also near Lewson Street
What else we do in Lewson Street
Airspace, weather and Lewson Street roofs
Lewson Street lies within about 3 miles of the sea, 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. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Belmont House and Gardens, about 3.3 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lewson Street. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Teynham Parochial Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Lewson Street is about 3 miles west of Faversham, in Kent. Surveys in Lewson Street work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in ME9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include World's End, Lewson Street Road and Norton Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Tickham (1 mile south-west), Norton Ash (1 mile north-east), Loyterton (1 mile south-west), Deerton Street (1 mile north-east) and Teynham (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-west), Whitstable (10 miles east) and Faversham (3 miles east).
Near you in Lewson Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plough Inn. Lewson Street’s nearest station is Teynham station, about 1.3 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.6 miles north-west) and Newnham Castle (2.2 miles south).
Prices for drone roof surveys in Lewson Street
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Lewson Street?
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.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Chimney tops in poor condition
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Checking the roof from the ground
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. Their condition is noted in the report.
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. The drone covers the roof area by area.
Useful tips for Lewson Street property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Let us know the exact address when you book
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- Make sure there’s room outside for the drone to take off
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, so small faults are dealt with early.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Older roofs in small places like Lewson Street can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.