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Drone roof survey in Newnham, Kent
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Newnham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
Landlord and commercial surveys in Newnham
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Drone roof survey in Newnham
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or isn’t safe, like old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Before the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we will say so. Typical surveys look at lifted or split lead flashings and plant growth and moss on the roof, on large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Newnham, 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. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Newnham (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Newnham
Is drone flying allowed in Newnham?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How do I find out if my home in Newnham is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you work in Newnham?
Yes. We survey roofs in Newnham and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Newnham, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission 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.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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Drones, thermal imaging and Newnham roofs
Historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens, about 2.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Newnham goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Newnham is about 4 miles south-west of Faversham, in Kent. Newnham gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Every address in ME9 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as The Street, Sharsted Hill and Newnham Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Doddington (1 mile west), Wichling (2 miles west), Bluetown (2 miles west), Hollybushes (3 miles west) and Payden Street (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles north-west), Whitstable (11 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north-east).
Around Newnham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The George Inn and Doddington Place Gardens. The closest station to Newnham is Teynham station, about 3.4 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (less than half a mile north-east).
When to book a survey in Newnham
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Flashings that have come away
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
If you look after a building like Eastling Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Are they insured for the work?
- How long the report takes to arrive
Useful tips for Newnham property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Tell us the exact address when you book
- Let us know what you want to see
- Book early if you are near an airport
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
There is a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. The underside frequently shows problems before the outside does. Photograph anything new.
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
Walking on fragile coverings can break them. The drone sees them without touching them, so the survey does not add damage.
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. Each defect is photographed for the report.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Newnham
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs