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Pollhill Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Pollhill, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Drone roof survey in Pollhill: what you get
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see inside. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, because the underside tells its own story. Together, the two give a fuller picture. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. If there is no safe loft access, the report says so. If you’ve noticed lifted or split lead flashings and cracked mortar along the ridge, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Pollhill are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Pollhill (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys in Pollhill: local notes
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Harrietsham Church of England Primary School, big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. Take an older house close to Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Pollhill is about 6 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Pollhill, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Pollhill and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in ME17 is within our area for drone roof surveys. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Horwood Way, Shrubwood Close and Parkfield Close or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Pollhill, we cover Harrietsham (1 mile east), Chegworth (1 mile north-west), Marley (1 mile east), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile south) and Broomfield (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Pollhill
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Lenham School, Kiln Wood and The Roebuck Public House. For rail, the closest station is Harrietsham station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and The Dog Collar Museum (1.5 miles west).
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Somewhere as small as Pollhill, access is often the only tricky part. 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.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- We also look inside the roof space where it’s safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Why get it checked now?
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. They show the location and extent of each defect. Older cottages and farmhouses around Pollhill can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Pollhill
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Book early if you’re near an airport
We email the report to you, with close-up photos from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, and early repairs keep water out.
Pollhill questions
How do I find out if my home in Pollhill is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Pollhill?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Pollhill
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
What we’re asked to look at in Pollhill
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. Cracked flaunching, loose pots and eroded pointing are often invisible from below. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
Leeds Castle lies about 1.6 miles north-west, so building around Pollhill goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Are they insured for the work?
- How soon the report will arrive