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Drone roof survey in Little London, Surrey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Little London from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Little London
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. We’ll tell you if a drone isn’t the right tool for your roof. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photos. Typical surveys look at moss and weeds taking hold up top and chimney tops in poor condition, across flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Little London are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Little London (GU5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Little London
How do I find out if my home in Little London is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is drone flying allowed in Little London?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How do I book a survey in Little London?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The written report follows by email.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Little London
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Which survey package you book
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roofs on tall buildings are often seen by nobody. A drone shows ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older roofs in small places like Little London can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
For a price for drone roof surveys in Little London, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Drone roof surveys in Little London: local notes
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. 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 like Old St Peter and St Paul's Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. Take a building like Shere CofE Aided Infant School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Little London is about 5 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. Bookings from Little London are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Little London is one of the places in Surrey we cover for drone roof surveys.
Every address in GU5 is within our area for drone roof surveys. Other places close to Little London include Albury Heath (1 mile north-west), Shere (1 mile north-east), Albury (1 mile north-west), Gomshall (1 mile north-east) and Hoe (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles north-west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Little London
In Little London, that means homes and buildings near Colekitchen Down and King William IV Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Gomshall station, roughly 1.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Shere Museum (1 mile north-east) and St. Luke’s Hospital (4.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Little London includes Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
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What we’re asked to look at in Little London
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Older slates and tiles break easily, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Flashings that have come away
Chilworth Manor lies about 2.5 miles west, so building around Little London goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey from above or with a thermal imager doesn’t touch the roof itself.
Before booking anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof