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Drone Roof Survey in Mongewell
Drone roof surveys in Mongewell and the rest of Oxfordshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
Common roof problems in Mongewell
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
Look out for signs like these:
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
If you look after a building such as Crowmarsh Gifford Church of England School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Mongewell
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. Where there’s safe access, we look in the roof space too, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. If you’re worried about moss and weeds taking hold up top and worn lead at chimneys and walls, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Mongewell, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Mongewell (OX10)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for drone roof surveys in Mongewell
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
Getting in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Questions from Mongewell
Are there drone restrictions around Mongewell?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Mongewell is about 2 miles from RAF Benson, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Is my home in Mongewell listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Mongewell?
Yes, we do. We carry out drone roof surveys in Mongewell.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations, with the most urgent first where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
The survey, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Mongewell, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Why get it checked now?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. Older cottages and farmhouses around Mongewell can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Mongewell
- 20+ years’ experience
- Every finding written up with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
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When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Large commercial roofs
Many commercial roofs have fragile sheets or roof lights. A drone keeps everyone off them.
Drone roof surveys in Mongewell: local notes
RAF Benson is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Historic houses such as Brightwell Manor, about 2.6 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Mongewell goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Mongewell is about 6 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Mongewell, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in OX10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Hasthorpe Road, Shuttleworth Close and Elizabeth Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Mongewell: Newnham Murren (1 mile north), Crowmarsh Gifford (1 mile north-east), Winterbrook (1 mile south-west), North Stoke (1 mile south) and Cholsey (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles north-west), Didcot (6 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles south-east).
Near you in Mongewell
Around Mongewell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Wallingford School, Wallingford School and The Old Nags Head pub. For rail, the closest station is Cholsey station, about 2.2 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Wallingford Castle (0.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Wittenham Clumps and Cholsey Marsh.