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Drone Roof Survey in Perry
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Perry. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
Drone roof survey in Perry: what you get
Every flight starts with an airspace check. Flight restriction zones around airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick and London City need permission from the airport or air traffic control. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If we can’t fly, we use other safe vantage points instead and tell you. Prison sites also have drone restriction zones. Typical surveys look at flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and outlets choked with leaves and silt, on valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs.
Villages like Perry often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Perry (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
Some ridges are fixed with mortar, others with dry-fix systems. We record what we see of their condition.
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If the flue needs a specialist, we will tell you.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Perry
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
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Useful tips for Perry property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Tell us the exact address when you book
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photographs are included where we could fly.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it is something only an inside check will show. Make sure insulation does not block the airflow.
Perry: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Perry is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is drone flying allowed in Perry?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Is Perry in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Perry included.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Perry?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere like Perry needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we’re asked to look at in Perry
Height and steep pitches make close inspection risky. Three-storey houses, blocks of flats and tall commercial buildings are common examples. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
Take a building like Preston Primary School: big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What happens after the report arrives
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Flying and imaging in Perry
Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 3.1 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Perry goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like 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. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Elmstone Church, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Perry is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Perry and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Perry is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We work across CT3 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Walmestone Road and Perry Lane. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Nash (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile south), Hoaden (1 mile east), Elmstone (1 mile north) and Broomhill (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Perry
Perry’s nearest station is Adisham station, about 3.6 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include St Martins Hospital (5.6 miles west). For a walk, there’s Monk's Wall nature reserve.