Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roe Green Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Roe Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
About our drone roof survey in Roe Green
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. A drone takes close-up photographs of those roofs from the air. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. If we cannot fly, we tell you why. Common reasons to book are chimney tops in poor condition and lifted or split lead flashings, on flat roofs on upper floors, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks.
In a small place like Roe Green, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Roe Green (SG9)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Roe Green
Photographing a roof from the air doesn’t touch it. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so you see the roof exactly as it is. Older cottages and farmhouses around Roe Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Roe Green
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Packages from £150, including VAT
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
When to book a survey in Roe Green
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. The drone covers the surface area by area, showing patterns of wear that are hard to spot up close. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
Common reasons to book include:
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
Anyone responsible for a site like Sandon Junior Mixed and Infant School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before booking anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
FAQs for Roe Green
Is drone flying allowed in Roe Green?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Is my home in Roe Green listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
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 after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
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.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Roe Green, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- 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.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Drone roof surveys in Roe Green: local notes
The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help.
Roe Green is in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Roe Green, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes.
We survey roofs across SG9 for drone roof surveys. Other places close to Roe Green include Sandon (1 mile north-east), Green End (1 mile east), Rushden (1 mile south-west), Buckland (3 miles east) and Chipping (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (7 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles south), Hitchin (8 miles west), Hertford (13 miles south) and Letchworth (6 miles west).
Landmarks near Roe Green
The nearest railway station is Ashwell & Morden station, roughly 3.2 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Clothall Castle (3.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Roe Green includes Hawkins Wood.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Roe Green
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
What affects the price in Roe Green
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
For a price for your roof in Roe Green, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Roe Green, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.