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Drone roof survey in Mockbeggar, Medway
Wondering about the roof at a property in Mockbeggar? You can book a drone roof survey in Mockbeggar and across Medway, with plain-English findings.
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Drone roof survey in Mockbeggar
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. Strong wind or a downpour rules out a flight, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the weather turns, we will agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We survey fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs, and people most often book us about loose ridge and hip tiles and cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below.
In a village or hamlet like Mockbeggar, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Mockbeggar (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. A drone shows cracked mortar and loose ridge tiles.
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag it in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Somewhere like Mockbeggar 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 let us know about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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.
Mockbeggar: your questions answered
Are there drone restrictions around Mockbeggar?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Will you come out to Mockbeggar?
Yes. Mockbeggar is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Flights in high wind or heavy rain
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Mockbeggar
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
Also near Mockbeggar
What else we do in Mockbeggar
Airspace, weather and Mockbeggar roofs
Mockbeggar is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you run a business near Pentagon Shopping Centre, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see by drone or thermal camera. With Temple Manor about 2.3 miles south, the area around Mockbeggar has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. Take a building like Cliffe Woods Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Mockbeggar is about 2 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Bookings from Mockbeggar are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Mockbeggar is one of the towns and villages in Medway where we work. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in ME3 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Bunters Hill Road and Town Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Cliffe Woods (1 mile north-east), Lower Higham (1 mile west), Church Street (2 miles north-west), Higham (2 miles west) and Gadshill (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (5 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Luton (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (7 miles south-east) and Lordswood (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Mockbeggar
In Mockbeggar, that means homes and buildings near Temple School, Strood Academy and Broomhill Park and the streets around them. Mockbeggar’s nearest station is Higham station, roughly 1.2 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include French Hospital (2.4 miles south) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3 miles south-east). The countryside around Mockbeggar includes Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
What to let us know when you contact us
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.