Kent · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Oversland
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Oversland. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
Roof by roof
Ridges and hips
Ridges may be bedded in mortar or mechanically fixed. Their condition is noted in the report.
Large commercial roofs
Many commercial roofs have fragile sheets or roof lights. A drone keeps everyone off them.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Oversland
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs can’t always be inspected up close. A drone takes close-up photos of those roofs from the air. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail, including slopes that cannot be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It is also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight isn’t possible, we explain why. Common reasons to book are blocked valleys and parapet gutters and ponding and splits on a high flat roof, across large and complex roofs, fragile roofs and chimney stacks.
Older buildings in small places like Oversland may be listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Oversland (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a drone roof survey looks like in Oversland
Oversland is within about 5 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. Historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens, about 4.8 miles west, show how far back building around Oversland goes. For older roofs nearby, a look by drone or thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. Anyone responsible for a site like Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Oversland is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. We carry out drone roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Oversland and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We survey roofs across ME13 for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Dunkirk Road and South Street and the roads around them. If you are just outside Oversland, we cover Winterbourne (1 mile north-east), South Street (1 mile west), Hickmans Green (1 mile north), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-west) and Crouch (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (6 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Oversland
In Oversland, that means homes and buildings near Mount Ephraim Gardens and The Sondes Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Selling station, about 0.6 miles west. Nearby you will also find Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.3 miles east) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Why get it checked now?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. In a place like Oversland, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older roofs in small places like Oversland can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the loft as well.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Check pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
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Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible.
Don’t 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 affects the price in Oversland
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Oversland
Will you come out to Oversland?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Oversland?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
Parts of central London are restricted, including areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs, and flights there need NATS permission. We check the airspace for your address and apply where needed.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Bad weather means no flight. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so we’d move the date with you.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.