Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Matchams, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Matchams, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
Drone roof survey in Matchams: what you get
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, along with structural analysis, a same-day report and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. If a drone will not help on your roof, we will say so. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photos. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away and slipped or missing slates on a high roof, across large and complex roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and tall and steep roofs.
Somewhere as small as Matchams, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Matchams (BH24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price drone roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
When to book a survey in Matchams
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. Cracked flaunching, loose pots and eroded pointing are frequently invisible from below. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
For any home in Matchams, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How long the report takes to arrive
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. In a small place like Matchams, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Matchams, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate normally means nail fatigue. We can see the extent of it from above.
Ridges and hips
Loose ridge pieces can be lifted in a storm. Finding them early keeps them from coming down.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Also near Matchams
More services for Matchams
Airspace, weather and Matchams roofs
Historic houses such as Avon Tyrrell House, about 3.6 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Matchams goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
Matchams is in Hampshire. Bookings from Matchams are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Matchams is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for drone roof surveys. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in BH24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Maple Walk, Ash Tree Close and Sycamore Way, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Avon Castle (1 mile north-east), St Ives (1 mile north), St Leonards (1 mile north-west) and Ashley Heath (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Totton (15 miles north-east), Lymington (12 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles north-east), Barton on Sea (8 miles south-east) and Ashley (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Matchams
Typical jobs here are in homes near Avon Heath Country Park and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (1.7 miles west). Not far away are St Catherine's Hill and Blashford Lakes.
FAQs for Matchams
Are there drone restrictions around Matchams?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is Matchams within the area you cover?
Yes, Matchams is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
Your report arrives by email, including the close-up photos taken by the drone. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it is something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.