Surrey · London and the South East
Walliswood Drone Roof Survey
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach across Walliswood, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Drone roof surveys around Walliswood
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Walliswood is about 6 miles north-west of Horsham, in Surrey. We carry out drone roof surveys in Walliswood for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Surrey coverage includes Walliswood. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH5 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Horsham Road, Standon Lane and Oakfields. If you’re just outside Walliswood, we cover Mayes Green (1 mile north), Ewhurst Green (2 miles north-west), Ellen's Green (2 miles south-west), Ewhurst (2 miles north-west) and Cranleigh (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles north-west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north), Horley (11 miles east), Redhill (12 miles north-east) and Reigate (11 miles north-east).
Near you in Walliswood
We work in homes and buildings around Wallis Wood and The Scarlett Arms Public House. For rail, the closest station is Ockley station, about 3.1 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Abinger Castle (4.8 miles north) and Horsham Hospital (5.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Walliswood includes Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
Drone roof survey in Walliswood: what you get
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we are a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. It stays within sight for the whole flight, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. We never fly where it isn’t safe. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are slates or tiles shifted by high winds and flashings that have come away.
Some older homes in villages like Walliswood are listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera doesn’t touch the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care, before anyone decides what work it needs. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Walliswood (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Getting the most from a drone roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Keep pets indoors during the flight
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Let us know what you want to see
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to talk through the photographs and findings. It’s a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.
What we look for on each type of roof
Large commercial roofs
Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We do not test for it, but we flag it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roofs on tall buildings are often seen by nobody. A drone shows ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Walliswood
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Photographing a roof from the air does not touch it. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so the survey doesn’t create new problems. In a small place like Walliswood, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photos and a written report every time
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
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What we are asked to look at in Walliswood
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until it causes a leak inside. A drone shows them clearly from above.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Whatever the street in Walliswood, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What insurance they carry
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Walliswood, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, 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.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- We fly the sub-250g drone close to the roof and photograph each area.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Questions from Walliswood
Do you cover smaller places like Walliswood?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Are there drone restrictions around Walliswood?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How do I book a survey in Walliswood?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.