Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Welborne
A careful look at the roof at your property in Welborne, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
How a drone roof survey works in Welborne
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator, with a Flyer ID and an Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and within the 120-metre limit that applies to all drones in the open category. Every flight is planned around the roof, the site and the people nearby. Before every flight, we check the airspace and the weather. Safety comes first on every visit. If you’re worried about ponding and splits on a high flat roof and moss and weeds taking hold up top, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Welborne may be listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it is 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.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Where
- Welborne (PO17)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for drone roof surveys in Welborne
We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Welborne
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Drone roof surveys around Welborne
Welborne is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Francis, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, big, flat commercial roofs are where photos from the air and thermal images help most.
Welborne is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Welborne gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Across Hampshire, we cover Welborne and the places around it. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the PO17 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Other places close to Welborne include Crockerhill (1 mile east), Wickham Common (1 mile north-east), North Fareham (1 mile south-east), Hundred Acres (2 miles north-east) and Fareham (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles east) and Totton (14 miles west).
Near you in Welborne
We work in homes and buildings around The Miners Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 1.9 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Carron Row Farm Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (4.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
Why act early in Welborne
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller, whatever height the roof is. Older and listed buildings around Welborne may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
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 will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys and parapet gutters
When a parapet outlet blocks, water can come inside. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Large commercial roofs
Older cement sheet roofs may contain asbestos. We flag it in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Welborne often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where 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.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Welborne questions
Will you come out to Welborne?
Yes, Welborne is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I find out if my home in Welborne is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you photograph next door’s garden?
The camera stays on your roof. We only survey what the owner has asked us to. If your roof is shared, it is useful to tell your neighbours about the visit.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We do not fly in strong wind or heavy rain. The weather on the day decides whether the drone goes up. If it is unsuitable, we will agree another date or inspect by other means.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Do drone rules differ in central London?
Central London has restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs, where flights need permission from NATS. We check before every flight and seek permission where needed.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Places near Welborne
Other services in Welborne
Signs you need a drone roof survey in Welborne
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.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Take a building like The Henry Cort Community College: a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their insurance cover
- What exactly goes into their report