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Drone roof survey in Odiham, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys in Odiham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
Drone roof survey in Odiham
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see inside. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, because the underside tells its own story. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. We survey chimney stacks, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs, and people most often book us about cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and flashings that have come away.
Older cottages and houses around Odiham may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Findings are checked with moisture readings where needed. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Odiham (RG29)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Odiham
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit, and whether work has done its job.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Odiham, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
Common questions in Odiham
Will you come out to Odiham?
Yes. Odiham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Odiham?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Are there drone restrictions in central London?
Central London has restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs, and flights there need NATS permission. We check before every flight and seek permission where needed.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Bad weather means no flight. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so we’d move the date with you.
Flying and imaging in Odiham
Odiham is about 2 miles from RAF Odiham, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Take a building like Mayhill Junior School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Odiham is about 4 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Odiham, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Hampshire coverage includes Odiham. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We work across the RG29 postcode area for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Goodchild Square, High Street and London Road, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in North Warnborough (1 mile north-west), Broad Oak (1 mile north-east), Warnborough Green (1 mile north-west), Greywell (1 mile west) and Hook Common (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (7 miles west), Farnborough (8 miles east), Fleet (4 miles east), Aldershot (8 miles east), Alton (7 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles north-east).
Around Odiham
Around Odiham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Robert May's School and The Bell Inn. For rail, the closest station is Hook station, roughly 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.3 miles north) and Odiham Castle (1.2 miles north-west). Not far away are Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we are asked to look at in Odiham
Height and steep pitches make close inspection risky. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from the ground and bring the camera close to the roof.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Flashings that have come away
If you live in an older home near All Saints Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- When you will get the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one