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Drone roof survey in Tonge Corner, Kent
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Tonge Corner, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey typically takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Tonge Corner, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You give us the address and tell us about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is checked, with permission requested if required.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tonge Corner
A drone can see more than your roof, so we take care. We keep the camera on the roof we are surveying, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it is worth letting them know about the visit. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. We survey tall and steep roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ponding and splits on a high flat roof and slipped or missing slates on a high roof.
Some older homes in villages like Tonge Corner are listed or in a conservation area. A look by drone or thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Tonge Corner (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Drone roof surveys around Tonge Corner
Tonge Corner lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Giles, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Tonge Corner is about 2 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We survey roofs in Tonge Corner and the rest of Kent. Tonge Corner is one of the places in Kent we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Every address in ME9 is covered for drone roof surveys. We also cover the places around Tonge Corner: Tonge (1 mile north), Radfield (1 mile south), Murston (1 mile west), Milton Regis (1 mile west) and Rodmersham (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (12 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Whitstable (11 miles east), Faversham (5 miles south-east) and Minster (5 miles north).
Landmarks near Tonge Corner
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sittingbourne Community College and Milton Creek Country Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Teynham station, about 1.5 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Dolphin Sailing Barge Museum (1.4 miles west) and Bayford Court (1.4 miles west).
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. Photos show how the covering is wearing.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Tonge Corner?
Not every roof can take a person’s weight. Older slates and tiles break easily, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
Look out for signs like these:
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
Anyone responsible for a site like Lansdowne Primary School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tonge Corner
Landlords, agents and building managers in Tonge Corner and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Your questions about drone roof surveys in Tonge Corner
Are there drone restrictions around Tonge Corner?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How do I find out if my home in Tonge Corner is listed?
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.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How do I book a survey in Tonge Corner?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.