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Drone roof survey in Puttenham, Surrey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Puttenham, with photos and a written report.
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
Drone roof survey in Puttenham
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 frequently show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there is no safe loft access, the report says so. If you’ve noticed outlets choked with leaves and silt and ridge pieces that have lifted, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Puttenham 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. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Puttenham (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
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Prices for drone roof surveys in Puttenham
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Airspace, weather and Puttenham roofs
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. Anyone responsible for a site like Puttenham CofE Infant School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Puttenham is about 4 miles south-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. Bookings from Puttenham are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Surrey coverage includes Puttenham and the places around it.
We survey roofs across GU3 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on The Street, Dark Lane and Hops End or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Puttenham, we cover Wanborough (1 mile north-east), Christmas Pie (1 mile north), Flexford (1 mile north), Shackleford (2 miles south) and Compton (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (5 miles east), Woking (8 miles north-east), Camberley (8 miles north), Farnham (5 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Dorking (15 miles east).
Around Puttenham
Around Puttenham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Good Intent pub, Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves and Prior's Field School. The closest station to Puttenham is Wanborough station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (4.5 miles east) and Guildford Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Puttenham includes Lower Lake and Hog's Back.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Puttenham
Landlords, agents and building managers in Puttenham and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When to book a survey in Puttenham
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. It’s hard to tell from below what has shifted. A drone shows what has slipped, lifted or gone.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
With Wanborough Manor about 0.9 miles north-east, the area around Puttenham has a long history. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from the ground, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What they will not be able to tell you
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older roofs in small places like Puttenham can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Common questions in Puttenham
Are there drone restrictions around Puttenham?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour.
Is Puttenham within the area you cover?
Yes. Puttenham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Puttenham?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.