Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Locks Heath
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Locks Heath. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
How a drone roof survey works in Locks Heath
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it isn’t safe. Common reasons to book are plant growth and moss on the roof and cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots, on valleys and parapet gutters, flat roofs on upper floors and chimney stacks.
In smaller places like Locks Heath, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images frequently show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from ground level.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Locks Heath (SO31, PO14, PO15)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Towns and villages near Locks Heath
What else we do in Locks Heath
FAQs for Locks Heath
Is drone flying allowed in Locks Heath?
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. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Locks Heath within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Airspace, weather and Locks Heath roofs
Locks Heath is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind near 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. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
Take a building like Park Gate Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Locks Heath is about 3 miles west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Locks Heath is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Locks Heath is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in SO31, PO14 and PO15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Church Road, Lower Church Road and Laxton Close. We also cover the places around Locks Heath: Titchfield Common (1 mile south-east), Park Gate (1 mile north), Warsash (1 mile south-west), Sarisbury (1 mile north-west) and Segensworth (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Near you in Locks Heath
In Locks Heath, that means homes and buildings near Brookfield Community School and Language College and Jolly Farmer Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Swanwick station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St Andrew's Castle (2.2 miles west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (1.6 miles east). Not far away are Holly Hill Woodland Park.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
We email the report to you, with close-up photos from the flight. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.
What we’re asked to look at in Locks Heath
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. It is hard to tell from below what has shifted. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
The streets around a church such as St John are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Questions to ask before you book
- What experience they bring
- Their insurance cover
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Locks Heath, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets in another room
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Locks Heath, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents and landlords in Locks Heath book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Locks Heath. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.