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Drone roof survey in Temple, Greater London
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Temple. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Flashings that have come away
About our drone roof survey in Temple
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. We never fly where it isn’t safe. We are often asked to look into cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots and plant growth and moss on the roof, on valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
London airspace is busy and tightly controlled: there are flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Every address in Temple is checked before any drone flight, and permission is never taken for granted.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Temple (SE1, WC2H, WC2B)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. It is almost impossible to see from the ground, but it is plain to see from the air.
Ridges and hips
Wind lifts loose ridge and hip tiles. Finding them early keeps them from coming down.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Flights in strong wind or a downpour
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Airspace, weather and Temple roofs
The restricted area over the City of London, where drone flights need permission from NATS, is about 1 mile from Temple. We check whether the address falls inside it, and if it does we apply for permission, which is not always given. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
Take an older house close to Temple Church: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps. Dr Johnson's House, about 0.2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Temple. Close-up aerial shots and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
Temple is about 1 mile south of St Pancras, in Greater London. Wherever you are in Temple, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Greater London coverage includes Temple and the places around it.
Drone roof surveys in SE1, WC2H and WC2B are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Shoe Lane, Drury Lane and New Square and the roads around them. You’ll find Temple on the A4 and A40, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Temple: Temple Bar (1 mile north), Blackfriars (1 mile east), Aldwych (1 mile west), Clare Market (1 mile north-west) and Covent Garden (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (3 miles south).
Near you in Temple
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Mary-at-Hill, Garden Bridge and London Nautical School and the streets around them. Also close by are The Devereux pub (within half a mile north-west), British Library of Political and Economic Science (within half a mile north-west) and Mercers' School (less than half a mile north). Temple has its own railway station: London Blackfriars station. A little further out are Gabriel's Wharf (within half a mile south-east) and Montfichet's Tower (within half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Barnsbury Wood and St. James's Park Lake.
When to book a survey in Temple
Strong winds can lift slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
We are often asked to look at:
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
If you look after a building such as St Clement Danes CofE Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether you get a written report with photos
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. In a London conversion, the way into the loft space is often from a communal landing or the top flat. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- 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 photographs and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Temple: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Temple?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Temple?
Typically it is manageable with a little notice. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we’ll work around them.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
Parts of central London are restricted, including areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs, and flights there need NATS permission. We check before every flight and seek permission where needed.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Let us know the exact address as you book
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly where each defect is.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. Our report shows the condition of each area. You can tackle the urgent items first. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork, which can lead to damp inside. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.