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Drone roof survey in Lockerley, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lockerley. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
How a drone roof survey works in Lockerley
Drones need reasonable weather. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day. We check the forecast ahead of the visit and again on site. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We are frequently asked to look into flashings that have come away and cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below, across tall and steep roofs, chimney stacks and valleys and parapet gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Lockerley may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, 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 coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Lockerley (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Lockerley
How do I find out if my home in Lockerley is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Lockerley within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
Can a drone see inside my loft?
No. It shows what’s on the outside. The underside tells us things the drone cannot, so we check the loft too where we can.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, tell us when booking.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
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When to book a survey in Lockerley
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and some sheet roofs are fragile. With a drone, the roof is photographed without anyone stepping on it.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Flashings that have come away
If you look after a building such as Lockerley Church of England Endowed Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Lockerley can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
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Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Check there is room outside for the drone to take off
Your report arrives by email, with close-up photographs from the flight. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it is something only an inside check will show. Check insulation does not block the airflow.
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
Booking your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why act early in Lockerley
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right, whatever height the roof is. Outbuildings and barns around Lockerley are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. They’re all captured in close-up, as far as the flight allows.
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. Their condition is noted in the report.
Drones, thermal imaging and Lockerley roofs
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. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
With Mottisfont Abbey about 1.8 miles east, the area around Lockerley has a long history. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Lockerley is about 5 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We carry out drone roof surveys in Lockerley for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Lockerley is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for drone roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SO51 is covered for drone roof surveys. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Butlers Close, Oval Road and Clem's Way. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Carter's Clay (1 mile south-east), Dunbridge (1 mile east), Mottisfont (2 miles east), Kimbridge (2 miles east) and Awbridge (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (11 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (9 miles east) and Hedge End (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Lockerley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Kings Arms Public House. Lockerley’s nearest station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Romsey Community Hospital (4.9 miles south-east).