West Berkshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Wellhouse
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Wellhouse, with photos and a written report.
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
How a drone roof survey works in Wellhouse
Every flight starts with an airspace check. Near protected airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, flight restriction zones mean permission is needed first. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If permission is not given, we inspect by other means and explain why. Prison sites also have drone restriction zones. We are often asked to look into chimney tops in poor condition and outlets choked with leaves and silt, across large and complex roofs, tall and steep roofs and valleys and parapet gutters.
Villages like Wellhouse frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. High wind or heavy rain stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Wellhouse (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of drone roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Drone roof surveys around Wellhouse
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Wellhouse has a long history of building, with Shaw House about 3.7 miles south-west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hermitage Primary School, a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Wellhouse is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Wherever you are in Wellhouse, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG18 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Hermitage (1 mile west), Little Hungerford (1 mile north-west), Oare (1 mile north-west), Longlane (1 mile west) and Cold Ash (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Newbury (5 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (4 miles south-west), Hungerford (12 miles west) and Spencers Wood (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Wellhouse
Around Wellhouse, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Horse pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Wellhouse is Thatcham station, about 3.9 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Hampstead Norris Castle (2.2 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Wellhouse include Nature Discovery Centre.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Flat roof coverings wear out at different rates. We record the signs of age we can see.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Walking on fragile coverings can break them. The drone sees them without touching them.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wellhouse
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Around Wellhouse, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- 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.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- We email the report with close-up photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
For a price for drone roof surveys in Wellhouse, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Wellhouse
Leaving a slipped slate or a blocked valley can turn a small fault into a leak. Spotting them early keeps the work smaller. Around Wellhouse, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book us in Wellhouse
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Package prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What we cannot see
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Neighbouring roofs the owner hasn’t asked us to survey
- Flights in strong wind or a downpour
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
Questions from Wellhouse
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wellhouse?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Wellhouse?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is Wellhouse in your area?
Yes, we do. Wellhouse is part of the area we cover.