Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Martin, Hampshire
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Martin, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
Drone roof survey in Martin
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies, along with structural analysis, a same-day report and an in-person consultation. There’s a 12-month follow-up as well. We’ll tell you if a drone isn’t the right tool for your roof. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photos. Common reasons to book are eroded pointing on a chimney stack and worn lead at chimneys and walls, across valleys and parapet gutters, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs.
In a small place like Martin, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Martin (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Martin
Is drone flying allowed in Martin?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is my home in Martin listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What’s in the survey report?
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, so you know exactly what was covered.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you work in Martin?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Martin included.
Drone roof surveys around Martin
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. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Martin is in Hampshire. Roofs in Martin get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Martin and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: SP6. Local streets include Townsend Lane and Downview Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include New Forest (1 mile south-west), Rockbourne (3 miles east) and Damerham (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ringwood (11 miles south-east), Fordingbridge (6 miles south-east), St Leonards (11 miles south), Alderholt (6 miles south-east), Poulner (11 miles south-east) and Ashley Heath (10 miles south).
Landmarks near Martin
Other landmarks nearby include Cranborne Castle Hill (4.5 miles south). The countryside around Martin includes Western Downs.
Honest limits
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Why act early in Martin
It’s hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. You get photos of every part we can see. That helps you put the work in order. For older village homes like those around Martin, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Allow time for permission if you are in a flight restriction zone
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Somewhere like Martin needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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Do you need a drone roof survey in Martin?
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Older slates and tiles break easily, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
Whatever the street in Martin, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- When you will get the report
Landlords, agents and block managers in Martin
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Martin. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.