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Drone Roof Survey in Reigate
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Reigate. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
How a drone roof survey works in Reigate
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see inside. Where there is safe access, we look in the loft space too, since that’s where leaks and condensation often show first. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft can’t be reached safely, we note it. We survey tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lead work pulling away at abutments and cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots.
Around a town like Reigate, steep roofs, tall gables and rear slopes are frequently hidden from the ground. Close-up drone photos and thermal images show what binoculars from the pavement cannot. Each needs the right weather, so the date is set with the forecast in mind. A typical example is the rear slope over a back addition, which cannot be seen from the street.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Reigate (RH2, RH1)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Reigate
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The size of the roof
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
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Your questions about drone roof surveys in Reigate
Is my home in Reigate listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Reigate?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Reigate is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
What does the report include?
A photo-illustrated written report, explaining the condition of the roof, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Is a drone roof survey a thermal survey?
Our drone takes close-up photos of the roof. Thermal imaging is a separate check, and it’s part of the Premium Survey.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
It depends where in central London. Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs have restricted areas that need NATS permission. We check each address first, and fall back on other viewpoints if we can’t fly.
Can a drone see inside my loft?
No. It photographs the outside, not the inside. For the underside, we check the loft where it can be reached safely.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What happens if roof problems are left?
From the ground, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. It’s far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. Extensions and dormers on homes around Reigate frequently hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. A few wet winters later, it can mean new plaster and decorating as well as roof work.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Reigate
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 98% of customers satisfied
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Drone roof surveys around Reigate
Reigate is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. We check the exact boundary for the address before flying, and if the roof falls inside it, we ask for permission first. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from the ground, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Reigate Priory Community Junior School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary Magdalene: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Reigate is about 9 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. Bookings from Reigate are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Surrey, we cover Reigate and the places around it. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Surveys in RH2 and RH1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on High Street, London Road and Church Road and the roads around them. With the A25 and A217 close by, Reigate is easy for us to reach for drone roof surveys. We also cover the places around Reigate: South Park (1 mile south), Margery (2 miles north), Mogador (2 miles north-west), Sidlow (2 miles south) and Irons Bottom (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles south), Ewell (8 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Caterham (6 miles north-east) and Dorking (6 miles west). Reigate is one of the larger places we cover in Surrey.
What’s near Reigate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell Public House, Castle Grounds and Reigate College. There is a railway station in Reigate itself: Reigate station. Other landmarks nearby include The Belfry (1.4 miles east) and Reigate Castle (under half a mile north-west). Green spaces nearby include Reigate Heath and Mercers Lake.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. A typical visit in Reigate begins with the street side of the roof and then moves round the building. Rear gardens and side paths often give the best view of extensions and back slopes. The loft comes next, where there’s safe access.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Signs you need a drone roof survey in Reigate
Many roofs are never seen properly from ground level. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places often go unseen until they leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
If you run a business near The Belfry, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see by drone or thermal camera.
Before you book anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- What experience they bring
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Is VAT included in the price?
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors