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Drone Roof Survey in Tetsworth
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out drone roof surveys in Tetsworth.
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tetsworth
Drones need reasonable weather. We don’t fly in strong wind or a downpour, because control and safety come first. If the day turns out unsuitable, we’ll talk about another date. We check the forecast ahead of the visit and again on site. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We’re frequently asked to look into gaps where slates or tiles have gone and loose ridge and hip tiles, on large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and fragile roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Tetsworth are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof, before anyone decides what work it needs. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Tetsworth (OX9)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Drones, thermal imaging and Tetsworth roofs
Historic houses such as Adwell House, about 1.4 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Tetsworth goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons.
If you look after a building like Tetsworth Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Tetsworth is about 3 miles south-west of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Tetsworth is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Tetsworth is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Drone roof surveys in OX9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on High Street, Swan Gardens and Back Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Tetsworth: North Weston (2 miles north), Milton Common (3 miles north-west), Albury (3 miles north-west), Great Haseley (3 miles west) and Tiddington (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (10 miles west), Didcot (12 miles south-west), Bicester (15 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (12 miles west), Thame (3 miles north-east) and Henley-on-Thames (13 miles south).
Near you in Tetsworth
In Tetsworth, that means homes and buildings near The Swan pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 5 miles north-east. A little further out are Thame Museum (2.9 miles north) and Thame Community Hospital (2.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Wells Farm and Bald Hill.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Tetsworth
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and fragile sheet roofs are dangerous to walk on. With a drone, the roof is photographed without anyone stepping on it.
Look out for signs like these:
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
If you live in an older home near Church of St Giles, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Tell us the exact address when you book
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
We email the report to you, with close-up photographs from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
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Tetsworth questions
Do you cover smaller places like Tetsworth?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Tetsworth is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when you book.
How long does a drone roof survey take?
On site, it usually takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. That includes the checks before the drone goes up.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. A drone shows the outside surfaces of the roof in close detail, but not the loft or the underside. We look in the loft from inside where it is safe.
Why act early in Tetsworth
With drone photos, everyone can see the same thing. They show the location and extent of each defect, which helps when you ask for quotes. In a small place like Tetsworth, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Visits on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Somewhere as small as Tetsworth, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we’re surveying.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it is checked too.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What this survey cannot tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
Prices for drone roof surveys in Tetsworth
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to tell us when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
For a price for drone roof surveys in Tetsworth, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.