Kent · London and the South East
Radfield Drone Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a drone roof survey in Radfield and across Kent.
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
About our drone roof survey in Radfield
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. We survey fragile roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are vegetation in valleys and gutters and slipped or missing slates on a high roof.
In a village or hamlet like Radfield, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned ahead of time. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Radfield (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Airspace, weather and Radfield roofs
Radfield lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Belmont House and Gardens lies about 4.9 miles south-east, so building around Radfield goes back a long way. For older roofs nearby, a look from the air or with a thermal camera is a hands-off way to check condition. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Lawrence, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Anyone responsible for a site like Teynham Parochial Church of England Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Radfield is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Radfield is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Radfield is one of the places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We also cover Bogle (1 mile south-east), Tonge Corner (1 mile north), Rodmersham (1 mile south-west), Lynsted (1 mile south) and Bapchild (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (13 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles east) and Herne Bay (15 miles east).
Near you in Radfield
Around Radfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sittingbourne Community College and Fox pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Teynham station, about 0.9 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Bayford Court (2 miles north-west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.9 miles west).
How we price drone roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
- Which survey package you book
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Towns and villages near Radfield
What else we do in Radfield
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. For a village or hamlet like Radfield, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- We also look inside the roof space where it is safe.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Useful tips for Radfield property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Let us know what you want to see
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
Premium also includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see how the roof has changed over the year.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone can show exactly what has moved.
Questions from Radfield
Do you cover smaller places like Radfield?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Radfield?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Radfield
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.