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Drone Roof Survey in Shorwell
Drone roof surveys in Shorwell from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Flashings that have come away
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Drone roof survey in Shorwell
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. Where there is safe access, we look in the roof space too, because the underside tells its own story. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. If there is no safe loft access, the report says so. We survey tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and large and complex roofs, and people most often book us about slates or tiles shifted by high winds and flat roofs on upper floors that hold water.
Older buildings in small places like Shorwell 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. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Shorwell (PO30)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys in Shorwell: local notes
Shorwell lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near St. Peter's Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Shorwell is about 5 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We provide drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shorwell. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Shorwell. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO30 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Fine Lane, Orchards Way and Farriers Way, and we cover them all. Other places close to Shorwell include Thorncross (1 mile south-west), Little Atherfield (2 miles south), Moortown (2 miles west), Brighstone (2 miles west) and Chillerton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-east), Ryde (10 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north), Sandown (9 miles east), Shanklin (8 miles east) and Ventnor (7 miles south-east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so let us know where you are when you book.
Landmarks near Shorwell
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown Inn and the streets around them. A little further out are Carisbrooke Castle (3.6 miles north-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Brighstone Down.
Nearby places to Shorwell
Also in Shorwell
Shorwell: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Shorwell is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are there drone restrictions around Shorwell?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. The written report follows by email.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in Shorwell?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
The flat roof on top of a block is rarely looked at. A drone shows ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands.
Valleys and parapet gutters
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a valley in the middle. It’s almost impossible to see from the ground, but it’s plain to see from the air.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shorwell
Letting agents and landlords in Shorwell book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Planning roof work without seeing the roof is a gamble. Our report shows the condition of each area, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can tackle the urgent items first. Older and listed buildings around Shorwell may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Photos and a written report every time
- Surveys seven days a week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Shorwell
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, which is why owners turn to a drone.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Flashings that have come away
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
With Northcourt Manor about 0.3 miles north, the area around Shorwell has a long history. Photos from the air and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Before booking anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What happens on the day
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Shorwell needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.