Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Northmoor, Oxfordshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Northmoor from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Northmoor
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. A drone takes close-up photographs of those roofs from the air. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. If we cannot fly, we tell you why. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are chimney tops in poor condition and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings.
Somewhere as small as Northmoor, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Northmoor (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Northmoor
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Also near Northmoor
Other services in Northmoor
Airspace, weather and Northmoor roofs
The wider area around Northmoor has a long history of building, with Appleton Manor about 1.7 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
The streets around a church like Church of St Denys are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Northmoor is about 6 miles north-west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. We cover Northmoor and the rest of Oxfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Oxfordshire. Oxford is in our area too.
Drone roof surveys in OX29 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Chapel Lane and Bints Place, and we cover them all. Other places close to Northmoor include Appleton (2 miles south-east), Sutton (2 miles north), Cumnor (3 miles east), Filchampstead (3 miles north-east) and Farmoor (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Oxford (7 miles east), Didcot (10 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south-east), Witney (6 miles north-west), Carterton (9 miles west) and Wantage (9 miles south).
Landmarks near Northmoor
In Northmoor, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion Public House and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Abingdon Community Hospital (5.4 miles south-east) and Hinton Waldrist Castle (3.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Northmoor includes Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
There is a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it is something only an inside check will show. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Northmoor can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Northmoor: your questions answered
Is drone flying allowed in Northmoor?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you cover smaller places like Northmoor?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Northmoor
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.