Hampshire · London and the South East
Long Sutton Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Long Sutton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Flashings that have come away
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Long Sutton: your questions answered
Is Long Sutton within the area you cover?
Yes. Long Sutton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Are there drone restrictions around Long Sutton?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Long Sutton is about 2 miles from RAF Odiham, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Long Sutton
We carry out drone roof surveys in Long Sutton and across London and the South East, where the airspace and the weather allow. We fly on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Every address is checked for airspace restrictions first. You get a written report with close-up photographs and recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We are often asked to look into blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, across valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs.
Villages like Long Sutton often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Long Sutton (RG29)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
Flying and imaging in Long Sutton
Long Sutton is about 2 miles from RAF Odiham, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
Take a building like Long Sutton Church of England Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Long Sutton is about 5 miles north of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Long Sutton, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Every address in RG29 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as The Street, Wingate Meadow and Wingate Lane. We also cover South Warnborough (1 mile west), Well (1 mile east), Bidden (2 miles west), Odiham (2 miles north) and Little Hoddington (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (8 miles north-west), Farnborough (9 miles north-east), Fleet (6 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Petersfield (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Long Sutton
In Long Sutton, that means homes and buildings near Lord Wandsworth College and Robert May's School, among other places. Long Sutton’s nearest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 4.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Odiham Castle (3 miles north) and Alton Community Hospital (5.8 miles south). The countryside around Long Sutton includes Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Long Sutton
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Long Sutton and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we are asked to look at in Long Sutton
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Are they insured for the work?
Places near Long Sutton
What else we do in Long Sutton
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Let us know what you want to see
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Every so frequently, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. The underside often shows problems before the outside does. Take photos of any changes.
Why get it checked now?
Planning roof work without seeing the roof is a gamble. You get photos of every part we can see. That helps you put the work in order. In a place like Long Sutton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Long Sutton
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Long Sutton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.