Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Sarisbury
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Sarisbury, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
Do you need a drone roof survey in Sarisbury?
Many roofs are never seen properly from ground level. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Faults there can go unnoticed for years.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
If you look after a building like Sarisbury Church of England Junior School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Their track record with similar roofs
Drone roof survey in Sarisbury
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. If you are worried about lead work pulling away at abutments and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs on upper floors, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs alike.
Around Sarisbury, plenty of roofs are low enough to see partly from the garden or the street. The parts you can’t see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images frequently show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from the ground.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Sarisbury (SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It is useful for planning maintenance over the years. Homes in smaller places like Sarisbury can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
How the survey works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Sarisbury is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. Photos show how the covering is wearing.
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. Each defect is photographed for the report.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sarisbury and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Sarisbury
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Airspace, weather and Sarisbury roofs
Sarisbury lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Sarisbury is about 3 miles south of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Sarisbury as part of our work across London and South East England. Sarisbury is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for drone roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for drone roof surveys: SO31. Streets in the area include Woodlands Close, Bridge Road and Painswick Close, all of which we cover. We also cover Swanwick (1 mile north-west), Park Gate (1 mile east), Sarisbury Green (1 mile south-west), Locks Heath (1 mile south-east) and Lower Swanwick (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north), Gosport (7 miles south-east), Havant (13 miles east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Sarisbury
Around Sarisbury, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Brookfield Community School and Language College and The Old Ship Inn. Sarisbury’s nearest station is Swanwick station, roughly 0.7 miles east. Nearby you will also find Coldeast (within half a mile south) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1 mile north). Not far away are Swanwick Lakes.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Sarisbury
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Sarisbury?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Sarisbury within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.