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Tilford Common Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys in Tilford Common, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
Drone roof survey in Tilford Common
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see inside. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that is where leaks and condensation often show first. Inside and out together tell you far more. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. We survey chimney stacks, tall and steep roofs and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates on a high roof and slates or tiles shifted by high winds.
Somewhere as small as Tilford Common, older roofs are often steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked before the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Tilford Common (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Tilford Common
The wider area around Tilford Common has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 3.9 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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 look after a building such as All Saints CofE Aided Infant School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
Tilford Common is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. If you’re in Tilford Common, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Tilford Common is one of the places in Surrey we cover. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Drone roof surveys in GU10 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Tilford Common include Tilford Reeds (1 mile north-west), Tilford (1 mile north), Rushmoor (1 mile south), Charleshill (2 miles north-east) and Millbridge (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles north-east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (11 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (10 miles north) and Haslemere (6 miles south).
Near you in Tilford Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Thundry Meadows and The Duke of Cambridge pub. The nearest railway station is Farnham station, roughly 3.2 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Milford Hospital (5.4 miles east) and Farnham Castle (3.9 miles north-west). Not far away are Culverswell Hill and Upper Lake.
Questions from Tilford Common
Is drone flying allowed in Tilford Common?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Tilford Common?
Yes. Tilford Common 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.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
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Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Expect us to rearrange if it’s too windy or wet
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
We email the report to you, with close-up photographs from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
After a storm, check from the garden and the street. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
Do you need a drone roof survey in Tilford Common?
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. The drone covers the surface area by area. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Lifted or split lead flashings
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their report turnaround times
What affects the price in Tilford Common
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Rural addresses near Tilford Common can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.