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Drone roof survey in Shortfield Common, Surrey
An experienced roof surveyor for drone roof surveys in Shortfield Common. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
About our drone roof survey in Shortfield Common
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on, like old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Before the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we’ll say so. Common reasons to book are ridge pieces that have lifted and blocked valleys and parapet gutters, across fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs.
In a small place like Shortfield Common, open ground can mean strong wind. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Shortfield Common (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys in Shortfield Common: local notes
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. About 3 miles north lies Farnham Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Shortfield Common has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Shortfield Common is about 2 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. Shortfield Common is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Surrey. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU10 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We cover properties on Hamlash Lane, West End Lane and Moons Hill. We also cover the places around Shortfield Common: Millbridge (1 mile east), Frensham (1 mile south), Lower Bourne (1 mile north), Tilford Reeds (2 miles east) and Crosswater (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (14 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Frimley (10 miles north), Haslemere (7 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Shortfield Common
We work in homes and buildings around Underdown nature reserve, Weydon School and St Mary's CofE Aided Infant School, among other places. Shortfield Common’s nearest station is Farnham station, roughly 2.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Museum of Farnham (2.6 miles north) and Chase Community Hospital (5.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Culverswell Hill and Farnham Heath.
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What we’re asked to look at in Shortfield Common
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Faults there can go unnoticed for years.
Look out for signs like these:
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
If you look after a building such as Edgeborough School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What insurance they carry
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By that stage the damage has spread inside. Looking from above picks up the early signs. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Shortfield Common, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Shortfield Common
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
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 in advance.
The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Shortfield Common, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- We also look inside the loft space where it’s safe.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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Common questions in Shortfield Common
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shortfield Common?
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 drone flying allowed in Shortfield Common?
Usually 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, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Shortfield Common in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Shortfield Common.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
What affects the price in Shortfield Common
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.