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Drone roof survey in Perry Green, Essex
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Perry Green and across Essex.
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Lifted or split lead flashings
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Drone roof survey in Perry Green: what you get
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. We never fly where it is not safe. We survey large and complex roofs, fragile roofs and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are moss building up on slopes and in gutters and ridge and hip pieces working loose.
In a small place like Perry Green, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. 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 it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Perry Green (CM77)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Make sure there’s room outside for the drone to take off
- Shut pets inside while we fly
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photographs and findings. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Chimney stacks
The top of a stack is typically out of view. A drone gets close to the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
FAQs for Perry Green
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Perry Green?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you cover smaller places like Perry Green?
Yes, Perry Green is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Perry Green?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Perry Green
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
Take an older house close to Parish Church of the Holy Trinity: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps. If you look after a building such as Alec Hunter Academy, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Perry Green is about 3 miles south-east of Braintree, in Essex. Wherever you are in Perry Green, we can come and survey your property. Perry Green is one of the places in Essex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Drone roof surveys in CM77 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Bradwell (1 mile north), Lanham Green (1 mile west), Cressing (1 mile south-west), Silver End (1 mile south) and Pattiswick (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (12 miles east), Chelmsford (11 miles south-west), Braintree (3 miles north-west), Maldon (10 miles south), Witham (5 miles south) and Camulodunum (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Perry Green
The closest station to Perry Green is Cressing station, about 2.2 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find William Julien Courtauld Hospital (3.5 miles west) and Laundry & Mangle Museum (2 miles east). For a walk, there is Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older roofs in small places like Perry Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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Why get it checked now?
On a tall building, problems are often found only when water comes in. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Perry Green
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.