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Padworth Common Drone Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Padworth Common and across West Berkshire.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
Drone roof survey in Padworth Common: what you get
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. If a drone won’t help on your roof, we’ll say so. You get a written report with the close-up photos from the flight. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and fragile roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or split lead flashings and blocked valleys and parapet gutters.
In a village or hamlet like Padworth Common, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Padworth Common (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Padworth Common questions
Are there drone restrictions around Padworth Common?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Do you cover smaller places like Padworth Common?
Yes. Padworth Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Padworth Common?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
Your report arrives by email, including the close-up photos taken by the drone. Each finding is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. The underside often shows problems before the outside does. Photograph anything new.
Airspace, weather and Padworth Common roofs
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St John the Baptist, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Padworth Common is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We survey roofs in Padworth Common and the rest of West Berkshire. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire, large and small. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
All of RG7 is within our area for drone roof surveys. You’ll find streets like Rectory Road and Baughurst Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Old Warren (1 mile south), Padworth (1 mile north), Aldermaston Soke (1 mile south), Aldermaston (2 miles west) and Pamber Heath (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (9 miles west), Thatcham (6 miles west), Speenhamland (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north-east) and Shaw (9 miles west).
What’s near Padworth Common
We work in homes and buildings around Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Aldermaston station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Calleva Museum (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Hosehill Lake.
How the survey changes by roof type
Large commercial roofs
Fragile roof sheets and roof lights can be dangerous to walk on. With a drone, nobody has to go near them.
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. We record what we find with photos.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. In a small place like Padworth Common, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- We also look inside the loft space where it’s safe.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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Common roof problems in Padworth Common
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Problems we come across often include:
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
If you look after a building such as The Willink School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What insurance they carry
Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Flights in high wind or heavy rain
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs