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Drone Roof Survey in West Bedfont
Drone roof surveys in West Bedfont from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like West Bedfont needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Check pets are kept safely away
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Advice
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Bedfont
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. A drone takes close-up photographs of those roofs from the air. You see slates, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters in detail. The photos go into a written report. It’s also a good option where walking on the roof could break slates or tiles. If we cannot fly, we tell you why. If you’re worried about outlets choked with leaves and silt and loose ridge and hip tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on fragile roofs, tall and steep roofs and chimney stacks alike.
Villages like West Bedfont often stand in open country, where wind can be strong. Strong wind or a downpour stops a small drone flying, and calm conditions also suit thermal imaging best. We plan the journey, access and timing around the weather. A change in the forecast can mean moving the visit to another day.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- West Bedfont (TW19, TW6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we are surveying
- Flights in a restricted zone without permission
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Airspace, weather and West Bedfont roofs
West Bedfont is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given. Within a mile and a half or so of West Bedfont there are several hotels, and like offices and blocks, hotels often sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a large roof can be surveyed without guests having anyone working above them.
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around West Bedfont means lost rooms as well as repairs. Anyone responsible for a site like Stanwell Fields CofE Primary School will know that big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
West Bedfont is about 1 mile north of Ashford, in Surrey. If you’re in West Bedfont, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. West Bedfont is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. There’s also a page for Guildford.
All of TW19 and TW6 is covered for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Short Lane, The Nightingales and Long Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Stanwell (1 mile west), Bedfont (1 mile east), Heathrow (1 mile north-east), Ashford (1 mile south) and Ashford Common (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (15 miles south), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles south-west), Epsom (12 miles south-east), Ewell (11 miles south-east) and Egham (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in West Bedfont
Typical jobs here are in homes near Spelthorne College, Thomas Knyvett College and The Swan Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Heathrow Terminal 4 Rail station, about 1 mile north-east. Nearby you will also find Spelthorne Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Ashford Hospital (0.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Staines Reservoirs and Crane Meadows.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. From above, we can see the linings, the joints and any debris.
Large commercial roofs
Fragile roof sheets and roof lights can be dangerous to walk on. With a drone, nobody has to go near them.
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Questions from West Bedfont
Can you fly a drone over a roof in West Bedfont?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. West Bedfont is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport. We ask the airport for permission before flying there, and only fly if it’s given. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is West Bedfont within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Why get it checked now?
Leaving a high roof unchecked means relying on what you can see from below. A drone replaces that guesswork with clear photographs. It’s far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. Around West Bedfont, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in West Bedfont
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
When to book a survey in West Bedfont
Height and steep pitches make close inspection risky. Three-storey houses, blocks of flats and tall commercial buildings are common examples. We fly from ground level and bring the camera close to the roof.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where photos from the air and thermal images help.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What experience they bring
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover