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Drone roof survey in Nursling, Southampton
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Nursling and across Southampton.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
Roof by roof
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. A drone photographs them closely from a safe position.
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks and loose pots are easier to judge from above. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Nursling
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. We’ll tell you if another approach would work better. We are often asked to look into lead work pulling away at abutments and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings, on flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs.
Older cottages and houses around Nursling may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Nursling (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Nursling questions
Do you cover smaller places like Nursling?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Nursling?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 2 miles of Nursling. We check the exact boundary for the address before flying, and if the roof falls inside it, we ask for permission first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
How do I book a survey in Nursling?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. We survey seven days a week.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Check the loft can be reached
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to talk through the photos and findings. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Take photos of any changes.
Why it is worth a survey now in Nursling
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right. Around Nursling, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Plain-English reports with photos
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Nursling?
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. It is hard to tell from below what has shifted. A drone shows what has slipped, lifted or gone.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
Take an older house close to Lord's Hill Church: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- A structural engineer’s report
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
Drone roof surveys around Nursling
Nursling lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Nursling is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Marlands Shopping Centre, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof. South Stoneham House lies about 4 miles east, so building around Nursling goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition.
Nursling is about 2 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. We carry out drone roof surveys in Nursling for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Nursling is one of the places in Southampton we cover for drone roof surveys.
Every address in SO16 is covered for drone roof surveys. You will find streets such as Station Road, Chambers Close and Cranmer Drive, and we cover them all. We also cover Hillyfields (1 mile south), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east), Maybush (1 mile south-east) and Coxford (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (4 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Nursling
In Nursling, that means homes and buildings near Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Oaklands Community School. Nursling’s nearest station is Redbridge station, about 1.6 miles south. A little further out are Eling Experience (1.8 miles south-west) and Princess Anne Hospital (1.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Testwood Lakes.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. On timing, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. For a survey in Nursling, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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 sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.