Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Roughdown, Hampshire
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach around Roughdown, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
Questions from Roughdown
Is drone flying allowed in Roughdown?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is Roughdown within the area you cover?
Yes, Roughdown is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report follows by email.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
About our drone roof survey in Roughdown
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 ahead of the visit. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. We’re often asked to look into loose ridge and hip tiles and debris building up in hidden gutters, across chimney stacks, fragile roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
Villages like Roughdown often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. 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.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Roughdown (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Prices for drone roof surveys in Roughdown
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How big the roof is
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Roughdown, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges and hips
Loose ridge pieces can be lifted in a storm. Finding them early keeps them from coming down.
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks and loose pots are easier to judge from above. Each defect is photographed for the report.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. They show the location and extent of each defect. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Airspace, weather and Roughdown roofs
Roughdown lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off 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 high wind or heavy rain. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
If you look after a building like Blackfield Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Roughdown is about 3 miles south of Hythe, in Hampshire. Roughdown is one of many places we visit across Hampshire. Roughdown is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for drone roof surveys. Southampton is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: SO45. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Holbury (1 mile north), Blackfield (1 mile east), Little Holbury (1 mile north), Langley (1 mile south-east) and Hardley (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (9 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north-east).
Around Roughdown
Typical jobs here are in homes near The New Forest Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Netley station, roughly 4.3 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.9 miles west) and Calshot Castle (3.5 miles east). Open spaces near Roughdown include Mercury Marshes.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Expect us to rearrange if it is too windy or wet
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Let us know what you want to see
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
There is a follow-up after 12 months with the Premium Survey. It shows whether anything has moved or worn since the first visit.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Roughdown?
Steep and tall roofs are hard to inspect safely. Three-storey houses, blocks of flats and tall commercial buildings are common examples. We fly from the ground and bring the camera close to the roof.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Beaulieu Palace House lies about 2.7 miles west, so building around Roughdown goes back a long way. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Questions to ask before you book
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs