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Drone Roof Survey in Shepperton
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Shepperton, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
Drone roof survey in Shepperton: what you get
From the air, the outer surfaces are clear, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. Where there’s safe access, we look in the roof space too, since that is 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. Common reasons to book are blocked valleys and parapet gutters and lead work pulling away at abutments, on valleys and parapet gutters, fragile roofs and tall and steep roofs.
Places like Shepperton can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so every drone flight starts with a check of the Drone Safety Map. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Each flight is planned with neighbours’ privacy in mind, as well as the airspace and the wind.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Shepperton (TW17)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
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 around your tenants.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. A drone shows cracked mortar and loose ridge tiles.
Chimney stacks
Chimney tops are hard to see from the ground. Close-up photos show the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, so cracks and gaps are clear.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Our price is from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How it works
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a smaller place like Shepperton, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- 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
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £400, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Why act early in Shepperton
From the ground, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. A drone replaces that guesswork with clear photographs. It is far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. In a smaller place like Shepperton, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What a drone roof survey looks like in Shepperton
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. About 3.8 miles south-east lies The Homewood, a reminder of how long the area around Shepperton has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. Anyone responsible for a site like Thamesmead School will know that big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. For hotels and guest houses around Shepperton, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Shepperton is about 1 mile north of Weybridge, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Shepperton across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Shepperton. Guildford is in our area too.
Here we cover the TW17 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on High Street, Station Road and Manygate Lane. You will find Shepperton on the B3366, so it is easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Weybridge (1 mile south), Walton-on-Thames (2 miles south-east), St George's Hill (2 miles south), Burwood Park (2 miles south) and Hersham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (12 miles south-west), Woking (8 miles south-west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (8 miles south-east), Ewell (9 miles east) and Egham (5 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Shepperton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sunbury Park, The Anchor pub and St Nicholas CofE Primary School, among other places. There is a railway station in Shepperton itself: Shepperton station. Other landmarks nearby include No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Kempton Steam Museum (2.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Kempton Park Reservoirs and St Ann's Hill.
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Common questions in Shepperton
How do I find out if my home in Shepperton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Shepperton within the area you cover?
Yes, Shepperton is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What about my neighbours’ privacy?
Privacy is taken seriously on every flight. The camera is pointed at your roof, not next door. It is worth telling neighbours about the flight.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
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 it applies and structural analysis.
Can you fly a drone near an airport?
Sometimes, with permission. Airports such as Gatwick, Luton and Southampton have flight restriction zones, and a flight inside one needs the airport’s or air traffic control’s say-so. If permission isn’t given, the roof is inspected from other safe viewpoints.