Kent · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Westwood, Kent
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Westwood and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Flat roofs on upper floors that hold water
How a drone roof survey works in Westwood
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. High wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because control and safety come first. If the weather turns, we will agree another day. The forecast is checked ahead of the visit and again on the day. Light wind and dry weather give the clearest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. Typical surveys look at ponding and splits on a high flat roof and lead work pulling away at abutments, on fragile roofs, large and complex roofs and flat roofs on upper floors.
Some older homes in villages like Westwood are listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, which suits a building where any change needs care. Check with the council before planning any work on a listed building or one in a conservation area.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Westwood (DA13, DA2)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flying and imaging in Westwood
Westwood is within about 5 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions.
Take a building like Bean Primary School: big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once. For businesses in and around places such as Bluewater, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see from above or with a thermal imager.
Westwood is about 3 miles south of Swanscombe, in Kent. We survey roofs in Westwood and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Westwood. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the DA13 and DA2 postcode area for drone roof surveys. We offer drone roof surveys to properties on Westwood Road and Highcross Road. We also cover the places around Westwood: Grubb Street (1 mile south-west), Green Street Green (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile north-west), St Margarets (2 miles west) and Darenth (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles south-east), Dartford (4 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north-east).
What’s near Westwood
We work in homes and buildings around Longfield Academy, Longfield Chalk Bank and Railway Tavern, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Longfield station, roughly 1 mile south. Nearby you will also find Stone Museum of Geology (3.3 miles north-west) and Bluewater (2.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Westwood includes Sawyers Lake.
Common questions in Westwood
How do I find out if my home in Westwood is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Westwood?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. We will confirm the timing as you book.
What’s in the survey report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Roof by roof
Ridges and hips
The ridge takes wind from both sides. From above, we can see loose ridges and missing mortar.
Chimney stacks
Our drone check of a chimney is visual, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We’ll say if a specialist is needed.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Westwood?
The top of a stack is the most exposed part of many roofs. Cracked flaunching, loose pots and eroded pointing are frequently invisible from below. A drone gets close enough to see them in detail.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Flashings that have come away
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below
Take an older house close to Church of Saint Mary Magdalene: steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that is where a view from the air or with a thermal camera helps.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Will the report include photos?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Landlord and commercial surveys in Westwood
Letting agents and landlords in Westwood book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Westwood and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the price in Westwood
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Why act early in Westwood
Photographing a roof from the air doesn’t touch it. Fragile slates and tiles stay as they are, so the survey does not create new problems. For older village homes like those around Westwood, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Westwood
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Westwood can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We confirm whether a drone suits your roof.
- A date is fixed, with a fallback in case the weather turns.
- We fly over the roof, keeping the camera on the property we are surveying.
- We also look inside the loft space where it’s safe.
- You get photos, findings and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
To get a price for drone roof surveys in Westwood, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.