Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Newyears Green
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Newyears Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
Drone roof survey in Newyears Green: what you get
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we will say so. We survey tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and large and complex roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ponding and splits on a high flat roof and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
Older buildings in small places like Newyears Green may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Newyears Green (UB9)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Newyears Green: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Newyears Green?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are there drone restrictions around Newyears Green?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Denham Aerodrome is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What we’re asked to look at in Newyears Green
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. It’s hard to tell from below what has shifted. A drone shows what has slipped, lifted or gone.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
Take a building like Whiteheath Infant and Nursery School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Will the report include photos?
Drones, thermal imaging and Newyears Green roofs
Denham Aerodrome is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
Ickenham Hall, about 1.5 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Newyears Green. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof itself. Shop and office owners around The Chimes may find that thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Newyears Green is about 2 miles west of Ruislip, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Newyears Green and nearby. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire. You can also see our page for London.
All of UB9 is within our area for drone roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in South Harefield (1 mile north-west), Ickenham (2 miles south), Denham (2 miles south-west), Ruislip Manor (2 miles east) and Ruislip (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (13 miles west), Chesham (11 miles north-west), Marlow (14 miles west), Amersham (9 miles north-west), Beaconsfield (8 miles west) and Chalfont St Peter (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Newyears Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Breakspear Arms, Vyners School and Church Field Gardens and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is West Ruislip station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Harefield Hospital (2.1 miles north-west) and The Chimes (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Dews Farm Sand Pits and Northala Fields.
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. We photograph them closely.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen, showing slipped, cracked and missing pieces.
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How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Newyears Green, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Newyears Green
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Every so frequently, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. The underside often shows problems before the outside does. Photograph anything new.