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West Silvertown Drone Roof Survey
Drone roof surveys across West Silvertown, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Flashings that have come away
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Silvertown
They suit tall buildings, steep or large roofs and roofs that are hard to see from ground level. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Ahead of the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. We will tell you if another approach would work better. If you’re worried about damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and moss building up on slopes and in gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and fragile roofs alike.
London roofs sit shoulder to shoulder in terraces and blocks, which makes care around neighbours part of the job. We take care to focus on the roof we have been asked to look at. Mention access, height and anything unusual about the building when booking. Steep slopes, tall chimneys and rear additions are where the extra view helps most.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- West Silvertown (E16, SE10)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A drone survey disturbs nothing on the roof. Nothing is cracked or dislodged by footsteps, so the survey does not create new problems. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in West Silvertown
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 98% of clients satisfied
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What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a London area like West Silvertown, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at whatever is safely visible from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- We arrange any permission that’s needed before we fly.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Flights in strong wind or heavy rain
- Roofs and gardens beyond the one we’re surveying
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in West Silvertown
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Make sure the loft can be reached
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. Drone photos are included where we could fly.
Have high or hard-to-reach roofs surveyed every few years. Regular photos make changes easy to spot, and early repairs keep water out.
Flying and imaging in West Silvertown
West Silvertown is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around London City Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given. London’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City Airport and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up.
Shop and office owners around Gallions Reach Shopping Park may find that a commercial roof can be photographed from above without anyone walking on it. Hotels and guest houses near West Silvertown can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
West Silvertown is about 1 mile south of Canning Town, in Greater London. We survey roofs in West Silvertown and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Greater London coverage includes West Silvertown and the places around it.
All of E16 and SE10 is covered for drone roof surveys. Whether your property is on Bell Lane, Knights Road and Bradfield Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to West Silvertown include Silvertown (1 mile south-east), Custom House (1 mile north-east), Royal Docks (1 mile east), Canning Town (1 mile north) and Limmo Peninsula (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (5 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (7 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in West Silvertown
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Royal Docks Community School, Royal Docks Academy and The Tidal Basin Tavern, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Custom House station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Albert Dock Seamen's Hospital (0.8 miles north-east) and Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.4 miles east). The countryside around West Silvertown includes Gilbert's Pit and Tower Hill.
When to book a survey in West Silvertown
Hidden gutters and valleys are easy to overlook. Leaves, silt and plant growth build up unseen, until water overflows inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
Common reasons to book include:
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Flashings that have come away
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Britannia Village Primary School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Questions to ask before you book
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long the report takes to arrive
Questions from West Silvertown
Can parking be tricky for a visit in West Silvertown?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is drone flying allowed in West Silvertown?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. West Silvertown is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around London City Airport. We ask the airport for permission before flying there, and only fly if it’s given. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Landlord and commercial surveys in West Silvertown
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.