Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in The Warren, Bracknell Forest
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for The Warren and the rest of Bracknell Forest. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Chimney tops in poor condition
How a drone roof survey works in The Warren
Drone roof surveys are available in The Warren and throughout London and the South East, subject to airspace checks and the weather. Flights take place on weekdays and at weekends. Every address is checked for airspace restrictions first. The report includes the drone photos and our recommendations. To ask whether a drone survey suits your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey flat roofs on upper floors, large and complex roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and wind damage high on the roof.
Older cottages and houses around The Warren may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. Thermal patterns and close-up photos together give a fuller picture of the roof. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- The Warren (RG12, SL5)
- Wider area
- Bracknell Forest
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
From ground level, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. Close-up photos show what’s really there, slope by slope. It is far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. Homes in smaller places like The Warren can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
For a price for your roof in The Warren, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
The Warren questions
Will you come out to The Warren?
Yes. The Warren is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is drone flying allowed in The Warren?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. The written report follows by email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How fast do I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Useful tips for The Warren property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Let us know what you want to see
- Shut pets inside while we fly
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Tell us the exact address as you book
Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos from the flight. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, 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 we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Being in a smaller place like The Warren doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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Drone roof surveys around The Warren
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where a roof is steep, tall or hard to see from ground level, drone photos and thermal images add detail.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Harmans Water Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it. Shop and office owners around The Lexicon may find that large commercial roofs are frequently easiest to see from the air or with a thermal camera.
The Warren is about 1 mile east of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We carry out drone roof surveys in The Warren for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. The Warren is one of the towns and villages in Bracknell Forest where we work for drone roof surveys. You can also see our page for Reading.
Drone roof surveys in RG12 and SL5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Bog Lane, The Square and Mendip Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Martins Heron (1 mile north), Forest Park (1 mile south-west), Jennett's Park (1 mile north-west), Harmans Water (1 mile west) and Bullbrook (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sandhurst (5 miles south-west), Binfield (3 miles north-west), Temple Park (3 miles north-west), Popeswood (3 miles north-west), College Town (5 miles south-west) and Farley Wood (3 miles west).
Around The Warren
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to LVS Ascot and Ranelagh School. The Warren has its own railway station: Martins Heron station. A little further out are Heatherwood Hospital (1.6 miles east) and The Lexicon (1.5 miles north-west). The countryside around The Warren includes Heath Lake and Wildmoor Heath.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
Landlords, agents and block managers in The Warren
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
When to book a survey in The Warren
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. Damage on a high or steep roof is hard to judge from the garden. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Paul, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their track record with similar roofs