West Berkshire · London and the South East
Longlane Drone Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Longlane from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Longlane
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. If a drone is not the right tool, we will say so. Typical surveys look at debris building up in hidden gutters and plant growth and moss on the roof, across fragile roofs, tall and steep roofs and valleys and parapet gutters.
In a small place like Longlane, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Longlane (RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Longlane
Many roofs are never seen properly from ground level. You can’t see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
With Shaw House about 2.7 miles south-west, the area around Longlane has a long history. 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.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Flying and imaging in Longlane
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Curridge Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Longlane is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Longlane is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Sandy Close, Long Lane and Curridge Piece. We also cover Curridge (1 mile west), Hermitage (1 mile north-east), Wellhouse (1 mile east), Oare (1 mile north) and Little Hungerford (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Newbury (4 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-west), Hungerford (10 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
Around Longlane
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bunk Inn, among other places. Longlane’s nearest station is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 3.3 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.7 miles south) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Longlane includes Snelsmore Common.
What happens if roof problems are left?
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. You can show exactly where the problem is. Outbuildings and barns around Longlane are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Tell us the exact address when booking
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
We email the report to you, with close-up photos from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Photograph anything new.
Common questions in Longlane
Will you come out to Longlane?
Yes, Longlane is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Longlane?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. The drone sees the roof from outside only. The roof space is checked separately, where there is safe access, as damp and daylight frequently show there first.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Longlane can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- Where there is safe access, we check the loft as well.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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