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Drone roof survey in South Alkham, Kent
A careful look at the roof at your property in South Alkham, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
Drone roof survey in South Alkham
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. The camera stays on your roof, not on gardens or windows next door. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Each flight is kept short and stays focused on the roof we’re there to survey. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, fragile roofs and tall and steep roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and lifted or split lead flashings.
Somewhere as small as South Alkham, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- South Alkham (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
Places near South Alkham
What else we do in South Alkham
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £400, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Large commercial roofs
Many commercial roofs have fragile sheets or roof lights. With a drone, nobody has to go near them.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like South Alkham needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- 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.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
To get a price for drone roof surveys in South Alkham, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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What a drone roof survey looks like in South Alkham
South Alkham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. With Acrise Place about 3.5 miles west, South Alkham sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Anthony the Martyr are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
South Alkham is about 4 miles west of Dover, in Kent. We carry out drone roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in South Alkham. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Drone roof surveys in CT15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets like Meggett Lane and Alkham Valley Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to South Alkham include Alkham (1 mile north-east), Drellingore (1 mile south-west), Chalksole Green (1 mile north), Ewell Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Wolverton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (4 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (10 miles north-east) and Hythe (7 miles south-west).
Near you in South Alkham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sladden Wood, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Kearsney station, roughly 2.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Folkestone Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Crabble Corn Mill (3.1 miles east). Not far away are Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
FAQs for South Alkham
Will you come out to South Alkham?
Yes. South Alkham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Are there drone restrictions around South Alkham?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in South Alkham?
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in South Alkham?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Useful tips for South Alkham property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Let us know the exact address as you book
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
File the report and photos with your home documents. They’re a useful baseline for future surveys.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.