Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in The Moor, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in The Moor, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Drone roof survey in The Moor
Drones need reasonable weather. We do not fly in strong wind or heavy rain, 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 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 survey large and complex roofs, tall and steep roofs and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack.
In a village or hamlet like The Moor, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- The Moor (TN18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in The Moor
Drone roof surveys around The Moor
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Many roofs like these cannot be judged properly from the pavement, and that is where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Laurence, 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. Great Dixter lies about 4.8 miles south-east, so building around The Moor goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby can be steep and hard to see from ground level, and a survey by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof itself.
The Moor is about 12 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. Anywhere in The Moor, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property. Across Kent, we cover The Moor. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Drone roof surveys in TN18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on The Moor, Pipers Lane and The Chestnuts and the roads around them. If you’re just outside The Moor, we cover Hawkhurst (1 mile north-east), Little Conghurst (1 mile east), Pipsden (1 mile north-east), Four Throws (1 mile east) and Beal's Green (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (15 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-west), Tenterden (8 miles east), Southborough (13 miles north-west) and Park Wood (14 miles north).
What’s near The Moor
Around The Moor, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Collingwood Nature Reserve, The Eight Bells Hotel and Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Etchingham station, about 3.3 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (4.6 miles west).
FAQs for The Moor
Can you fly a drone over a roof in The Moor?
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. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in The Moor?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around The Moor often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it ahead of the visit.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Why get it checked now?
It’s hard to plan maintenance for a roof nobody has looked at. Our report shows the condition of each area, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can tackle the urgent items first. Around The Moor, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photographs and a written report every time
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
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:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What to let us know when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
When to book a survey in The Moor
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
If you look after a building such as Marlborough House School, big roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their insurance cover
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?