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Drone Roof Survey in Monkhams
A careful look at the roof at your property in Monkhams, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
About our drone roof survey in Monkhams
Drone roof surveys are available in Monkhams and throughout London and the South East, where the airspace and the weather allow. We fly on any day of the week. We check the airspace for your address before booking a flight. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To ask whether a drone survey suits your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. Common reasons to book are vegetation in valleys and gutters and hidden gutters full of leaves, on large and complex roofs, chimney stacks and fragile roofs.
In London’s terraces and conversions, roofs are packed close together, so privacy and neighbours matter as much as the view. We take care to focus on the roof we have been asked to look at, in Monkhams as anywhere. Tell us about the building and access when you book. Steep slopes, tall chimneys and rear additions are where the extra view helps most.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Monkhams (IG8, IG9, E4)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Monkhams
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
When to book a survey in Monkhams
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
Take a building like Wells Primary School: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
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The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. For a visit in Monkhams, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. On the day, the roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Drone roof surveys in Monkhams: local notes
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
With Valentines Mansion about 3.6 miles south-east, the area around Monkhams has a long history. A drone or thermal survey does not involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings. Parking in Monkhams, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier.
Monkhams is about 1 mile north of Woodford, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Monkhams, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. London is in our area too.
Surveys in IG8, IG9 and E4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Oak Lane, Wood Lane and Mill Lane, and we cover them all. Main roads around Monkhams include the A121, which makes travel easy. Close by, we survey roofs in Woodford Wells (1 mile east), Friday Hill (1 mile west), Woodford (1 mile south), Buckhurst Hill (1 mile north-east) and Chingford Hatch (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles south-west), Marylebone (10 miles south-west), Kensington (13 miles south-west), St Pancras (9 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Monkhams
Around Monkhams, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Woodford Green Preparatory School, The Highams Park and Trinity Catholic High School and the streets around them. The closest station to Monkhams is Highams Park station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Epping Forest Museum (1.3 miles north) and Claybury Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Monkhams includes Highams Park Lake and Pole Hill.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Monkhams
Is parking a problem for a survey in Monkhams?
Usually it’s manageable with a little notice. Let us know what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is drone flying allowed in Monkhams?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
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, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. A drone replaces that guesswork with clear photos. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Monkhams
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID