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Drone roof survey in Milford, Surrey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Milford and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Drone roof survey in Milford: what you get
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs can’t always be inspected up close. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail, including slopes that cannot be seen from the street. Everything we find goes into a written report with photographs. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. If we can’t fly, we tell you why. If you’re worried about flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and lead work pulling away at abutments, we can find out what’s behind it.
In smaller places like Milford, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from the ground. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Even so, a close-up image often shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from ground level misses.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Milford (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Drone roof surveys in Milford: local notes
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. 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.
For an older house near a landmark like St John the Evangelist's Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. Take a building like Milford School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Historic houses such as Loseley Park, about 3.5 miles north-east, show how far back building around Milford goes. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Milford is about 6 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Anywhere in Milford, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property. Milford is one of the places in Surrey we cover. Guildford is in our area too.
We cover every part of the GU8 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Church Road, Upper Manor Road and Elmside and the roads around them. We also cover Mousehill (1 mile south-west), Cramhurst (1 mile south), Upper Eashing (1 mile north), Ockford Ridge (1 mile south-east) and Lower Eashing (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (6 miles north-east), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north), Farnham (7 miles north-west), Dorking (14 miles east) and Frimley (10 miles north).
Around Milford
We work in homes and buildings around Rodborough, St Hilary's School and Rodborough Common, among other places. Milford’s nearest station is Milford (Surrey) station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Godalming Museum (1.7 miles north-east) and Milford Hospital (1 mile east). The countryside around Milford includes Lower Lake and Frith Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Common questions in Milford
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Milford?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Milford?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: 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 happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
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What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Being in a smaller place like Milford doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- We also look inside the loft space where it’s safe.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. They show the location and extent of each defect, which helps when you ask for quotes. Around Milford, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Milford
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Landlords and agents in Milford book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.