Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Sherfield on Loddon
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Sherfield on Loddon and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
Drone roof survey in Sherfield on Loddon: what you get
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. Strong wind or a downpour rules out a flight, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the weather turns, we’ll agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast before the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. If you’ve noticed worn lead at chimneys and walls and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Sherfield on Loddon may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Sherfield on Loddon (RG27)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Sherfield on Loddon
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. The drone covers the surface area by area. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
Take an older house close to Church of St. Leonard: 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.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their insurance cover
- What experience they bring
- How long the report takes to arrive
Airspace, weather and Sherfield on Loddon roofs
The wider area around Sherfield on Loddon has a long history of building, with Stratfield Saye House about 2.6 miles north-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like Sherfield School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Sherfield on Loddon is about 5 miles north-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We cover Sherfield on Loddon and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Reading is in our area too.
Surveys in RG27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Bramley Road, Reading Road and Greenway, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Spanish Green (1 mile north-east), Church End (1 mile south), Bramley Green (1 mile north-west), Hartley Wespall (1 mile east) and Bramley (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (5 miles south-west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (12 miles south-east), Alton (12 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles east).
What’s near Sherfield on Loddon
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Four Horseshoes Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.4 miles south-west) and Basing House (3.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
Also near Sherfield on Loddon
Also in Sherfield on Loddon
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. Outlets and any debris around them are photographed.
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.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
Keep the photos with your property records. They’re a useful baseline for future surveys, and they help if you sell.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it’s something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Sherfield on Loddon
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sherfield on Loddon?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Sherfield on Loddon?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What about my neighbours’ privacy?
The camera stays on your roof. We inspect only the roof you’ve asked about. A word with next door beforehand is a good idea.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How do I book a survey in Sherfield on Loddon?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Leave it or get it looked at?
From ground level, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. Seeing the problem makes it easier to decide what to do. Outbuildings and barns around Sherfield on Loddon are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Somewhere like Sherfield on Loddon needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.