Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in West Hanney, Oxfordshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out drone roof surveys in West Hanney.
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Hidden gutters full of leaves
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
What we are asked to look at in West Hanney
Big commercial and industrial roofs cover a lot of ground. A drone can photograph a large roof methodically. You see the whole roof, not just the parts near an access point.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Slipped or missing slates on a high roof
If you look after a building such as St James Church of England Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Hanney
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it can’t see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that is where leaks and condensation often show first. Inside and out together tell you far more. The report sets out what the drone showed and what we found inside. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. If you’ve noticed moss and weeds taking hold up top and standing water on a flat roof, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like West Hanney, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you cannot get from the ground. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- West Hanney (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
West Hanney questions
How do I find out if my home in West Hanney is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to West Hanney?
Yes, West Hanney is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How long does the visit take?
Allow between one and two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
Will you photograph next door’s garden?
We point the camera at your roof only. Neighbouring homes and gardens are not the subject. A quick word with the neighbours is a good idea.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Can you fly a drone near an airport?
That depends on where the roof is. Flying inside a flight restriction zone needs permission from the airport or air traffic control. Book early if you think you may be affected.
What happens if roof problems are left?
On a tall building, problems are often found only when water comes in. By that stage the damage has spread inside. A drone survey finds them sooner. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like West Hanney, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Drones, thermal imaging and West Hanney roofs
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. A drone or thermal camera adds most on the steep, tall and hidden parts of roofs like these. About 4.2 miles north lies Longworth House, a reminder of how long the area around West Hanney has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
The streets around a church like Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
West Hanney is about 3 miles north of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We survey roofs in West Hanney and the rest of Oxfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Surveys in OX12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Main Street, The Croft and School Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Lyford (1 mile north-west), Denchworth (2 miles south-west), Grove (2 miles south), Charney Bassett (2 miles north-west) and Kingston Bagpuize (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Oxford (11 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles north-east), Witney (11 miles north), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (3 miles south).
Around West Hanney
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Black Horse pub and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Abingdon Community Hospital (5.4 miles north-east) and Hinton Waldrist Castle (4.3 miles north-west). The countryside around West Hanney includes Chain Hill and Letcombe Valley.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Let neighbours know about the flight if your roof is shared
- Keep dogs indoors during the visit
- Clear the loft hatch so we can check inside too
- Allow time for permission if you’re in a flight restriction zone
If you need work done, roofers can work from the photos. The photos show the location and extent of every problem, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older rural homes like those around West Hanney can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- We also look inside the loft space where it is safe.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Towns and villages near West Hanney
Also in West Hanney
What affects the price in West Hanney
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
To get a price for drone roof surveys in West Hanney, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.