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Drone roof survey in South Warnborough, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Drone roof surveys in South Warnborough.
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Flashings that have come away
Drone roof survey in South Warnborough: what you get
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it is safe, because the underside tells its own story. Inside and out together tell you far more. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. If there’s no safe loft access, the report says so. If you are worried about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and cracked mortar along the ridge, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like South Warnborough, open ground can mean strong wind. Strong 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 report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- South Warnborough (RG29)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like South Warnborough, the journey is planned in advance: 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.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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South Warnborough questions
How do I find out if my home in South Warnborough is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in South Warnborough?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. RAF Odiham is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
How do I arrange a drone roof survey in South Warnborough?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Why act early in South Warnborough
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Finding them now means less to put right, whatever height the roof is. In a place like South Warnborough, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- Every finding written up with photos
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in South Warnborough
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Drone roof surveys around South Warnborough
South Warnborough is about 2 miles from RAF Odiham, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these.
Anyone responsible for a site like Robert May's School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Take an older house close to Church of St Andrew: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
South Warnborough is about 5 miles north of Alton, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in South Warnborough can all book drone roof surveys. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Reading.
All of RG29 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Gaston Lane, Tigwells Field and Alton Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside South Warnborough, we cover Long Sutton (1 mile east), Bidden (1 mile north-west), Little Hoddington (1 mile north-west), Well (2 miles east) and Greywell (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (7 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north-east), Aldershot (9 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Petersfield (15 miles south).
Around South Warnborough
The nearest railway station is Hook station, about 3.9 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Odiham Castle (2.7 miles north) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill and Dogmersfield Lake.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to talk through the photographs and findings. You can ask about anything that is not clear.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Pieces of slate or tile on the ground mean something has moved. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.