Kent · London and the South East
Maidstone Drone Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Maidstone. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
Drone roof survey in Maidstone
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. If a drone won’t help on your roof, we’ll say so. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. We survey tall and steep roofs, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are ponding and splits on a high flat roof and flashings that have come away.
Taller buildings, steep roofs and large commercial roofs are common in places the size of Maidstone, and many can’t be seen properly from ground level. Close-up drone photos and thermal images each show something a ground-level look can miss. Which suits depends on the question you need answering. The weather decides the day for both.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Maidstone (ME15, ME16, ME14, ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Maidstone roofs
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Maidstone, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition. If you live in an older home near St Philip's Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Maidstone is about 31 miles south-east of London, in Kent. Roofs in Maidstone get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Maidstone is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for drone roof surveys.
We work across the ME15, ME16, ME14 and ME17 postcode area for drone roof surveys. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Square Hill Road, Arundel Square and Square Hill or a nearby road, we can help. You will find Maidstone on the A20 and A26, so it is easy for us to get to. Other places close to Maidstone include Tovil (1 mile west), Foley Park (1 mile north), Shepway (1 mile south-east), Penenden Heath (1 mile north) and Weavering (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west). Being one of Kent’s larger places, Maidstone has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Maidstone
Around Maidstone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Augustine Academy, River Len LNR and Maidstone Grammar School, among other places. Maidstone’s nearest station is Maidstone West station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west. A little further out are Maidstone Carriage Museum (within half a mile north-west) and Oakwood Hospital (1.8 miles west). Not far away are Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
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Maidstone questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Maidstone?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Maidstone is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is drone flying allowed in Maidstone?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photos, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Maidstone
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. Looking from above picks up the early signs. In a busy place like Maidstone, water from a failed roof can run through a building before anyone spots it, soaking insulation, ceilings and whatever is below. The earlier the cause is found, the smaller the job.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Maidstone
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Maidstone?
Many roofs are never seen properly from the ground. You cannot see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Faults there can go unnoticed for years, which is why owners turn to a drone.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
Anyone responsible for a site like South Borough Primary School will know that thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before you book anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Surveys for landlords and agents in Maidstone
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos. As for time on site, most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. For a commercial building or block in Maidstone, roof access is agreed with whoever manages it before the visit. For homes, clear the way to the loft hatch and tell us about any leaks you know of. The written report follows, with photos.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- 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.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. If the flue needs a specialist, we’ll tell you.
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. Their condition is noted in the report.