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Drone roof survey in North Stoneham, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in North Stoneham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
Drone roof survey in North Stoneham: what you get
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs can’t always be inspected up close. A drone takes close-up photographs of those roofs from the air. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly, including slopes that can’t be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. Where a flight is not possible, we explain why. We survey fragile roofs, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack and worn lead at chimneys and walls.
Villages like North Stoneham frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- North Stoneham (SO50)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a drone roof survey in North Stoneham
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Debris collects where nobody looks, until water overflows inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
The streets around a church like St. Nicolas' Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What experience they bring
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
North Stoneham: your questions answered
Is my home in North Stoneham listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in North Stoneham?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport covers North Stoneham, or comes right up to its edge. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
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How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around North Stoneham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- 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.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on tall buildings
The flat roof on top of a block is rarely looked at. A drone shows ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands.
Ridges and hips
Ridges may be bedded in mortar or mechanically fixed. Their condition is noted in the report.
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Check the loft can be reached
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
Drone roof surveys around North Stoneham
North Stoneham is within about 5 miles of the coast, and wind near 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. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport covers North Stoneham, or comes right up to its edge. We ask the airport for permission before flying there, and only fly if it’s given.
Shop and office owners around Marlands Shopping Centre may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. Anyone responsible for a site like Nightingale Primary School will know that big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
North Stoneham is about 2 miles south-west of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Roofs in North Stoneham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. North Stoneham is one of the places in Hampshire we cover.
We work across the SO50 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Turnor Way and Stoneham Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around North Stoneham: Swaythling (1 mile south), Bassett Green (1 mile south), Mansbridge (1 mile south-east), Eastleigh (2 miles north-east) and Boyatt Wood (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (8 miles north), Gosport (14 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Totton (6 miles south-west), Hedge End (4 miles south-east) and Romsey (5 miles north-west).
Landmarks near North Stoneham
In North Stoneham, that means homes and buildings near Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton, Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton and The Fleming Arms Public House. The closest station to North Stoneham is Southampton Airport Parkway station, about 0.8 miles south-east. A little further out are Princess Anne Hospital (2.7 miles south-west) and Eastleigh Museum (1.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Flexford Nature Reserve.