Kent · London and the South East
Sturry Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sturry. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Plant growth and moss on the roof
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
Drone roof survey in Sturry
Drones need reasonable weather. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we will agree another day or inspect what we can by other means. We check the forecast before the visit and again on site. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. Waiting for a better day is better than a rushed flight. Typical surveys look at cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below and storm damage on steep or tall roofs, on flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and large and complex roofs.
Places like Sturry can be near small airfields or other airspace restrictions, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any flight. Open ground can mean stronger wind, which also affects whether a small drone can fly, while thermal imaging also works best with little wind. Neighbours’ privacy is part of planning each flight, along with the airspace and the weather.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Sturry (CT2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Sturry
Close-up photos make conversations with roofers clearer. You can show exactly where the problem is, which helps when you ask for quotes. Blocked gutters on homes around Sturry overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £400, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sturry
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Sturry
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
Drone roof surveys in Sturry: local notes
Sturry is within about 5 miles of the coast, 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. 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. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up aerial photos and thermal images help.
Take a building like Sturry Church of England Primary School: big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once. Shop and office owners around Whitefriars Shopping Centre may find that thermal images can show trapped moisture across a wide commercial roof. If you live in an older home near St Nicholas' Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from above or with a thermal imager helps.
Sturry is about 3 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever you are in Sturry, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small.
We survey roofs across CT2 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, Park View and Link Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Broad Oak (1 mile west), Westbere (1 mile east), Calcott (1 mile north), Hersden (2 miles east) and Hicks Forstal (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (3 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles east) and Broadstairs (14 miles east).
Near you in Sturry
Around Sturry, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Frank Montgomery School, Chequer's Wood and Old Park and The Swan Inn. Sturry has its own railway station: Sturry station. Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Roman Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (2.1 miles south). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sturry
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Sturry: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sturry?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Sturry within the area you cover?
Yes, Sturry is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Are there drone restrictions in central London?
Central London has restricted areas where NATS permission is needed. If permission isn’t possible, we inspect by other means and explain what we could see.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
What we do, 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 will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Sturry is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- The drone captures close-up photos of the coverings, chimneys, valleys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Sturry, ring 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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Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Allow time for permission if you are in a flight restriction zone
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.