Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Slutshole, Kent
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Slutshole from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
About our drone roof survey in Slutshole
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from the ground. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or is not safe. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. We check the airspace for your address ahead of the visit. If a drone isn’t the right tool, we will say so. Common reasons to book are lifted or split lead flashings and loose ridge and hip tiles, on chimney stacks, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs.
Somewhere as small as Slutshole, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Slutshole (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Slutshole
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Older slates and tiles break easily, and fragile sheet roofs are dangerous to walk on. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
Take a building like Hernhill Church of England Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
Also near Slutshole
Other services in Slutshole
Flying and imaging in Slutshole
Slutshole is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Slutshole is about 3 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. Slutshole is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Slutshole is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for drone roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We cover every part of the ME13 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Hernhill (1 mile north-east), Staplestreet (1 mile south-west), Dargate (1 mile north-east), Goodnestone (1 mile north-west) and Culmers (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Around Slutshole
We work in homes and buildings around Red Lion pub and Mount Ephraim Gardens and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Selling station, about 2.1 miles south. A little further out are Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.3 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.5 miles east). For a walk, there is Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Let us know the exact address as you book
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Make sure the loft can be reached
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to talk through the photographs and findings. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation, and it is something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Slutshole can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
How we price drone roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
We will normally ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
For a price for drone roof surveys in Slutshole, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. We photograph them closely, as far as the flight allows.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. A drone photographs them closely from a safe position, showing slipped, cracked and missing pieces.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Slutshole
Is drone flying allowed in Slutshole?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Will you come out to Slutshole?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Slutshole
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.