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Drone roof survey in Ranmore Common, Surrey
We carry out drone roof surveys in Ranmore Common and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Ranmore Common. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.
About our drone roof survey in Ranmore Common
We fly a sub-250g drone, and we are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. We never fly where it isn’t safe. We survey fragile roofs, chimney stacks and flat roofs on upper floors, and people most frequently book us about wind damage high on the roof and blistered or cracked flat roof coverings.
Older buildings in small places like Ranmore Common may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, so it is 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Ranmore Common (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around Ranmore Common frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Ranmore Common
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Tall townhouses, blocks of flats and offices are typical. We fly from the ground and bring the camera close to the roof.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
With Polesden Lacey about 1.2 miles north, the area around Ranmore Common has a long history. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What experience they bring
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
Towns and villages near Ranmore Common
Also in Ranmore Common
Drones, thermal imaging and Ranmore Common roofs
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Take an older house close to Church of St Barnabas: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Ranmore Common, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Ranmore Common is about 2 miles north-west of Dorking, in Surrey. We visit Ranmore Common as part of our work across Surrey. Ranmore Common is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Guildford is in our area too.
We cover every part of the RH5 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We also cover the places around Ranmore Common: Westcott (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north-east), Dorking (2 miles south-east), Pixham (2 miles east) and Wotton (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ranmore Common
We work in homes and buildings around Pippbrook House, The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School and Milton Heath and The Nower and the streets around them. Ranmore Common’s nearest station is Dorking West station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Betchworth Castle (3 miles east) and Mesolithic Museum (3.3 miles south-west). The countryside around Ranmore Common includes Box Hill and Combe Bottom.
What affects the price in Ranmore Common
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
Keep the photos with your property records. They’re a useful baseline for future surveys, and they help if you sell.
Look at the roof from the ground after strong winds. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Ranmore Common
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. They show the location and extent of each defect, which helps when you ask for quotes. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Ranmore Common, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
FAQs for Ranmore Common
Will you come out to Ranmore Common?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Ranmore Common?
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. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.