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Drone roof survey in Up Somborne, Hampshire
Drone roof surveys in Up Somborne and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
Flying and imaging in Up Somborne
Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
Whatever the street in Up Somborne, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Up Somborne is about 5 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Up Somborne can all book drone roof surveys. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Southampton.
All of SO20 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Court Lane and Up Somborne Lane, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Up Somborne, we cover Little Somborne (1 mile west), Ashley (1 mile south-west), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (4 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Up Somborne
Nearby you will also find Royal Hampshire County Hospital (4.9 miles south-east).
How a drone roof survey works in Up Somborne
Neighbours’ privacy matters on every flight. We keep the camera on the roof we’re surveying, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is shared, a word with next door beforehand helps. We survey the roof you’ve asked us to look at. Flights are kept as short as the job allows and focused on the roof in question. Typical surveys look at flat roofs on upper floors that hold water and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, across flat roofs on upper floors, fragile roofs and chimney stacks.
Some older homes in villages like Up Somborne are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it’s 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Up Somborne (SO20)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys and parapet gutters
When a parapet outlet blocks, water can come inside. Outlets and any debris around them are photographed.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Widespread slipping on slate typically means nail fatigue. Close-up photos show how widespread it is.
Up Somborne questions
Is Up Somborne within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Up Somborne?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Up Somborne?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- Let us know about any leaks or concerns
- Move stored items away from the hatch
The Premium Survey report comes the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, so small faults are dealt with early.
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Up Somborne
Chimney tops take the worst of the weather. From ground level, you rarely see cracked flaunching or loose pots. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
For an older house near a landmark like All Saints Church, thin or patchy insulation under an old roof often shows up clearly on a thermal image.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What insurance they carry
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Why act early in Up Somborne
Photographing a roof from the air doesn’t touch it. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so the survey doesn’t create new problems. In a small place like Up Somborne, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Up Somborne
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Somewhere as small as Up Somborne, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You give us the address and let us know about the roof.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are looked at.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- The findings, photos and recommendations reach you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.