Kent · London and the South East
Stocker's Head Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys in Stocker's Head, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
About our drone roof survey in Stocker's Head
Drone roof surveys are available in Stocker's Head and throughout London and the South East, where the airspace and the weather allow. We fly on weekdays and at weekends. We check the airspace for your address before booking a flight. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To check whether your roof suits a drone survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Common reasons to book are ridge pieces that have lifted and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, on fragile roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and tall and steep roofs.
Somewhere as small as Stocker's Head, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first, and the journey is planned beforehand. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Stocker's Head (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys in Stocker's Head: local notes
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Steep or complicated roofs are frequently hard to see from the ground, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Charing Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Stocker's Head is about 6 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Stocker's Head and the rest of Kent. Across Kent, we cover Stocker's Head and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in TN27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Charing Hill (1 mile west), Stalisfield (2 miles north), Stalisfield Green (2 miles north), Paddock (2 miles east) and The Valley (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (6 miles south-east), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
What’s near Stocker's Head
Typical jobs here are in homes near King's Head Public House and Spuckles and Kennelling Woods and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Charing station, roughly 1.3 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Newnham Castle (4.7 miles north).
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small defects on a high roof grow with each storm. Finding them now means less to put right. For older village homes like those around Stocker's Head, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Stocker's Head
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. It’s hard to tell from below what has shifted. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
Belmont House and Gardens lies about 3.9 miles north, so building around Stocker's Head goes back a long way. A drone or thermal survey doesn’t involve any work on the roof, which suits older buildings.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
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How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Stocker's Head, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- 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 we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Questions from Stocker's Head
Is drone flying allowed in Stocker's Head?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
How do I find out if my home in Stocker's Head is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stocker's Head
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Tell us the exact address when you book
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
Keep the photos with your property records. They give you something to compare against later, and they help if you sell.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in the loft can damage timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A flight where airspace permission is refused
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Stocker's Head
- Fragile roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs