Hampshire · London and the South East
Lower Common Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Lower Common, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Drone roof survey in Lower Common: what you get
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see inside. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that’s where leaks and condensation often show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. Common reasons to book are flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and hidden gutters full of leaves, on fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
Villages like Lower Common frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Lower Common (RG27)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Flights in high wind or heavy rain
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Lower Common, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Lower Common
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Charles Kingsley's Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Why get it checked now?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right. Outbuildings and barns around Lower Common are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why book us in Lower Common
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- PI and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Drones, thermal imaging and Lower Common roofs
Blackbushe Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
Historic houses like Stratfield Saye House, about 4.3 miles west, show how far back building around Lower Common goes. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Lower Common is about 3 miles west of Yateley, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Lower Common is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
All of RG27 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Mud Lane, Lower Common and Warbrook Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Eversley (1 mile north-east), Eversley Centre (1 mile east), Eversley Cross (2 miles east), Finchampstead (2 miles east) and California (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (11 miles south-west), Farnborough (7 miles south-east), Fleet (6 miles south-east), Aldershot (9 miles south-east), Alton (14 miles south) and Yateley (3 miles east).
Near you in Lower Common
In Lower Common, that means homes and buildings near Bohunt School Wokingham, White Hart Public House and Shepperlands Farm Nature Reserve, among other places. The nearest railway station is Crowthorne station, about 3.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.9 miles south) and Beaumys Castle (4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include The Marshes Local Nature Reserve and Horseshoe Lake.
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Lower Common questions
Do you cover smaller places like Lower Common?
Yes, Lower Common is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I find out if my home in Lower Common is listed?
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.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. 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.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.