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Drone roof survey in South Nutfield, Surrey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in South Nutfield, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
What we do, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older rural homes like those around South Nutfield can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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How a drone roof survey works in South Nutfield
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly. Everything we find goes into a written report with photographs. It’s also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. Where a flight isn’t possible, we explain why. If you’re worried about loose ridge and hip tiles and lifted or split lead flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like South Nutfield, open ground can mean strong wind. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- South Nutfield (RH1)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in South Nutfield
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Nearby places to South Nutfield
What else we do in South Nutfield
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. It’s almost impossible to see from ground level, but a drone shows it clearly.
Chimney stacks
From the air, a lean or a loose pot is easy to see. Each defect is photographed for the report.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
Airspace, weather and South Nutfield roofs
South Nutfield is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. We ask the aerodrome for permission before flying there, and only fly if it’s given. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. If you run a business near The Belfry, large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera. Anyone responsible for a site like Nutfield Church CofE Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
South Nutfield is about 2 miles south-east of Redhill, in Surrey. Anywhere in South Nutfield, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Surrey, we cover South Nutfield and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Drone roof surveys in RH1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Morris Road, The Copse and The Avenue. Close by, we survey roofs in Nutfield (1 mile north), Earlswood (2 miles west), Redhill (2 miles north-west), South Earlswood (2 miles south-west) and Holmethorpe (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Epsom (10 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles north-west), Reigate (3 miles west), Caterham (5 miles north-east) and Dorking (8 miles west).
Around South Nutfield
In South Nutfield, that means homes and buildings near The Carrington School, The Queens Head Public House and Nutfield Marshes. South Nutfield has its own railway station: Nutfield station. Well-known places in the area include The Belfry (1.9 miles north-west) and East Surrey Hospital (1.4 miles west). Open spaces near South Nutfield include Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
Questions from South Nutfield
Will you come out to South Nutfield?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in South Nutfield is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in South Nutfield?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is your drone operator registered?
We are. The CAA has issued us a Flyer ID and an Operator ID, and we fly a drone that weighs under 250g.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Why get it checked now?
A drone record gives you a baseline. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It helps when you plan ahead. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Why book us in South Nutfield
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.