Hampshire · London and the South East
Ossemsley Drone Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Ossemsley, with photographs and a written report.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a village or hamlet like Ossemsley, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it is checked too.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Ossemsley, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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Drone roof survey in Ossemsley: what you get
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, along with structural analysis, a same-day report and an in-person consultation. There is a 12-month follow-up as well. We’ll tell you if a drone isn’t the right tool for your roof. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. We’re frequently asked to look into slipped or missing slates on a high roof and plant growth and moss on the roof, on tall and steep roofs, fragile roofs and chimney stacks.
In a small place like Ossemsley, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Where
- Ossemsley (BH25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price drone roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £400, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What else we do in Ossemsley
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Ossemsley
Is drone flying allowed in Ossemsley?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Will you come out to Ossemsley?
Yes, Ossemsley is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I book a survey in Ossemsley?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Drones, thermal imaging and Ossemsley roofs
Ossemsley is within about 3 miles of the coast, 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 high wind or heavy rain. The wider area around Ossemsley has a long history of building, with Avon Tyrrell House about 3.4 miles north-west. 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 St John, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Ossemsley is about 2 miles north of New Milton, in Hampshire. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ossemsley and nearby. Our Hampshire coverage includes Ossemsley. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Surveys in BH25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Green Lane and Ossemsley South Drive or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Ossemsley include Bashley (1 mile south-east), Wootton (1 mile north), Tiptoe (2 miles east), Mead End (2 miles east) and Ashley (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (5 miles east), Hythe (13 miles north-east), Ringwood (7 miles north-west), Barton on Sea (3 miles south) and Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Ossemsley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Arnewood School and The Rising Sun pub, among other places. Ossemsley’s nearest station is New Milton station, about 1.7 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Highcliffe Castle (3.5 miles south-west) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (1 mile south). The countryside around Ossemsley includes Milford on Sea LNR.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ossemsley
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Ossemsley. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When to book a survey in Ossemsley
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. From the ground, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
If you look after a building such as Ballard School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before booking anyone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Check the loft can be reached
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Shut pets inside while we fly
We email the report to you, including the close-up photos taken by the drone. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly in autumn. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.