Surrey · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Onslow Village, Surrey
We carry out drone roof surveys in Onslow Village and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
Drones, thermal imaging and Onslow Village roofs
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times. With Guildford Castle about 1.3 miles east, Onslow Village sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints' Church, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. Hotels and guest houses near Onslow Village can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Onslow Village is about 2 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Onslow Village as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Surrey, we cover Onslow Village.
Here we cover the GU2 and GU3 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Gill Avenue, Farnham Road and Orchard Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Being close to the A31, Onslow Village is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Onslow Village: Littleton (1 mile south), Wood Street Village (2 miles north-west), Compton (2 miles south-west), Binscombe (2 miles south) and Fairlands (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Woking (6 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles west), Egham (14 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (13 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Onslow Village
We work in homes and buildings around Guildford County School, Academy of Contemporary Music and Broadstreet, among other places. The closest station to Onslow Village is Guildford station, about 1 mile east of the centre. A little further out are Guildford Castle (1.3 miles east) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (0.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Pewley Down and Lower Lake.
Drone roof survey in Onslow Village: what you get
Neighbours’ privacy matters on every flight. We keep the camera on the roof we are surveying, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it’s worth letting them know about the visit. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Each flight is kept short and stays focused on the roof we are there to survey. We are often asked to look into eroded pointing on a chimney stack and damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below, on flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and chimney stacks.
In smaller places like Onslow Village, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from ground level.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Onslow Village (GU2, GU3)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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 and it will help the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Onslow Village, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Different roofs, different checks
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. We record what we see of their condition.
Chimney stacks
The drone shows the outside of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If the flue needs a specialist, we will tell you.
What affects the price in Onslow Village
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Onslow Village
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Onslow Village?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Do you cover smaller places like Onslow Village?
Yes. Onslow Village is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
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 if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Other services in Onslow Village
Do you need a drone roof survey in Onslow Village?
The top of a stack is the most exposed part of many roofs. From ground level, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Onslow Infant School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How long the report takes to arrive
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photographs are included where we could fly, alongside the other checks in the package.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, especially in autumn. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.