Kent · London and the South East
Ram Lane Drone Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Ram Lane. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
Drone roof survey in Ram Lane
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe, such as old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. If a drone is not the right tool, we will say so. Common reasons to book are cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and ponding and splits on a high flat roof, on fragile roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and tall and steep roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Ram Lane are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch 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.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Ram Lane (TN26, TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys around Ram Lane
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. About 2.1 miles south-east lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Ram Lane has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like The Hayesbrook School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near County Square, thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof.
Ram Lane is about 4 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Ram Lane and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Ram Lane. There is also a page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: TN26 and TN25. We also cover the places around Ram Lane: Tutt Hill (1 mile south-east), Westwell Leacon (1 mile north-west), Hothfield (1 mile south), Westwell (1 mile east) and Potters Corner (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (4 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Around Ram Lane
The closest station to Ram Lane is Charing station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include County Square (3.6 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (5.4 miles south-east).
What we look for on each type of roof
Large commercial roofs
Big roofs on offices, warehouses and units take time to inspect. The drone covers the roof area by area, so nothing is skipped.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Leaks often start at outlets, edges and around plant. They’re all captured in close-up.
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What we do, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Ram Lane, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it’s checked too.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Ram Lane
Photographing a roof from the air doesn’t touch it. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so the survey doesn’t create new problems. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ram Lane can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why us?
- A written report with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Visits on any day of the week
Prices for drone roof surveys in Ram Lane
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Roof area
- 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. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Ram Lane, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Ram Lane: your questions answered
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Ram Lane?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ram Lane?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Can you survey in bad weather?
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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a drone roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Ram Lane. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.