Hampshire · London and the South East
Purbrook Heath Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Purbrook Heath, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Chimney tops in poor condition
Airspace, weather and Purbrook Heath roofs
Purbrook Heath lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
Warblington Castle, about 4.2 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Purbrook Heath. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it. Take an older house close to Church of St John: 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.
Purbrook Heath is about 1 mile west of Purbrook, in Hampshire. We cover Purbrook Heath and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Hampshire coverage includes Purbrook Heath and the places around it.
Here we cover the PO7 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Newlands Lane and Purbrook Heath Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Widley (1 mile south), Purbrook (1 mile east), Waterlooville (1 mile north-east), Furzeley Corner (2 miles north) and Drayton (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Gosport (6 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles east), Eastleigh (14 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north-east) and Hedge End (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Purbrook Heath
We work in homes and buildings around George Inn and Purbrook Park School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Cosham station, about 1.9 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.3 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (3.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Purbrook Heath include Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
Drone roof survey in Purbrook Heath
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see inside. Where there’s safe access, we look in the roof space too, since that is where leaks and condensation often show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. Common reasons to book are plant growth and moss on the roof and blocked valleys and parapet gutters, across tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Purbrook Heath may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Purbrook Heath (PO7)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What else we do in Purbrook Heath
When to book a survey in Purbrook Heath
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
We are often asked to look at:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
Take a building like Purbrook Junior School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- When you will get the report
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What the survey will not cover
Prices for drone roof surveys in Purbrook Heath
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What to tell us when you get in touch
We will usually ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Purbrook Heath, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older rural homes like those around Purbrook Heath can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Make sure the loft can be reached
There’s a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it is something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Purbrook Heath
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Purbrook Heath
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Purbrook Heath?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Purbrook Heath?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
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.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Is a drone roof survey a thermal survey?
No, the drone survey is photographic. For thermal imaging, look at the Premium Survey or our thermal roof survey.