Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Shawford, Hampshire
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Shawford, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Drone roof survey in Shawford: what you get
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We survey the roof you’ve asked us to look at. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. We survey large and complex roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and flat roofs on upper floors, and common reasons people get in touch are ponding and splits on a high flat roof and lifted or split lead flashings.
Somewhere as small as Shawford, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what can’t be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
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.
- Where
- Shawford (SO21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Shawford: your questions answered
Is drone flying allowed in Shawford?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Shawford is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is my home in Shawford listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Is Shawford in your area?
Yes, we do. We carry out drone roof surveys in Shawford.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How we price drone roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
For a price for your roof in Shawford, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Shawford, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Drones, thermal imaging and Shawford roofs
The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 2 miles of Shawford. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
Take a building like Compton All Saints Church of England Primary School: a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Shawford is about 3 miles south of Winchester, in Hampshire. If you’re in Shawford, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SO21 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Shawford Road and Pearson Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Compton (1 mile west), Twyford (1 mile south-east), South Down (1 mile south-west), Otterbourne (1 mile south-west) and St Cross (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north), Eastleigh (4 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north-west), Totton (11 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (4 miles south-west).
Around Shawford
We work in homes and buildings around The Bridge Inn and St. Cross Park and the streets around them. Shawford has its own railway station: Shawford station. Other landmarks nearby include The Gurkha Museum (2.3 miles north) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (2.7 miles north). The countryside around Shawford includes Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
What we are asked to look at in Shawford
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically, showing patterns of wear that are hard to spot up close. That gives a clearer picture of the roof as a whole.
Look out for signs like these:
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Before booking anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their report turnaround times
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Older roofs in small places like Shawford can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A drone survey disturbs nothing on the roof. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so you see the roof exactly as it is. Outbuildings and barns around Shawford are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
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 with us
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.