Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Mount Pleasant, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Mount Pleasant, with photos and a written report.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Drone roof surveys in Mount Pleasant: local notes
Mount Pleasant is within about 3 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Take a building like Priestlands School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. For any home in Mount Pleasant, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Mount Pleasant is about 2 miles north-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Mount Pleasant is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in SO41 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Mount Pleasant Lane and Kings Hyde, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Battramsley (1 mile north-east), Boldre (1 mile east), Sandy Down (1 mile north-east), Warborne (2 miles east) and Lymington (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Totton (10 miles north), Hedge End (15 miles north-east), Romsey (15 miles north), Hythe (10 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles south-west) and Ringwood (10 miles north-west).
Near you in Mount Pleasant
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Hobler Public House. For rail, the closest station is Sway station, about 1.6 miles west. Well-known places in the area include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (1.9 miles south-east) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Milford on Sea LNR.
How a drone roof survey works in Mount Pleasant
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. We do not fly in strong wind or a downpour, because control and safety come first. If the day turns out unsuitable, we’ll talk about another date. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We’re often asked to look into cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, across flat roofs on upper floors, tall and steep roofs and chimney stacks.
Older buildings in small places like Mount Pleasant may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Mount Pleasant (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Mount Pleasant: your questions answered
Is Mount Pleasant within the area you cover?
Yes. Mount Pleasant is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is drone flying allowed in Mount Pleasant?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Mount Pleasant?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. In a hamlet or village like Mount Pleasant, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Towns and villages near Mount Pleasant
Also in Mount Pleasant
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. We’ll say if a specialist is needed.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate usually means nail fatigue. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
Your report arrives by email, with close-up photographs from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, so small faults are dealt with early.