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Monk Sherborne Drone Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Monk Sherborne? We carry out drone roof surveys in Monk Sherborne and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Monk Sherborne
Drones need reasonable weather. Strong wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the day turns out unsuitable, we’ll talk about another date. We check the forecast ahead of the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. We are frequently asked to look into cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and hidden gutters full of leaves, on flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and large and complex roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Monk Sherborne, 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. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Monk Sherborne (RG26)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Monk Sherborne
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Towns and villages near Monk Sherborne
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Monk Sherborne questions
Will you come out to Monk Sherborne?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Monk Sherborne?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What will the report tell me?
A photo-illustrated written report, covering the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How do I book a survey in Monk Sherborne?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect what can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
When to book a survey in Monk Sherborne
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Lifted or split lead flashings
Shop and office owners around The Malls may find that thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Questions to ask before booking
- What insurance they carry
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
Useful tips for Monk Sherborne property owners
Getting the most from a drone roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Pieces of slate or tile on the ground mean something has moved. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Monk Sherborne 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.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £400, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What affects the price in Monk Sherborne
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Different roofs, different checks
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. A drone photographs the whole surface methodically, so nothing is skipped.
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is normally out of view. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
Flying and imaging in Monk Sherborne
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. 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.
The Vyne, about 1.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Monk Sherborne. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. If yours is one of the older homes 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.
Monk Sherborne is about 3 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Monk Sherborne is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Reading.
We survey roofs across the RG26 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on The Close, Ramsdell Road and Salters Heath Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Salters Heath (1 mile north-east), Charter Alley (1 mile north-west), Pamber End (1 mile north), Ramsdell (1 mile north-west) and West Heath (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (3 miles south), Fleet (13 miles east), Alton (13 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles east), Tadley (3 miles north) and Hook (7 miles east).
Near you in Monk Sherborne
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Everest Community Academy, among other places. The closest station to Monk Sherborne is Basingstoke station, roughly 3.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Park Prewett Hospital (1.8 miles south) and Basing House (4.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.