Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Wherwell Wood
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out drone roof surveys in Wherwell Wood.
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Wherwell Wood
Some roofs are hard or unsafe to reach. Our drone roof survey gets a camera close to them without anyone climbing. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. If we cannot fly, we tell you why. We survey large and complex roofs, flat roofs on upper floors and tall and steep roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are vegetation in valleys and gutters and slipped or missing slates on a high roof.
In a village or hamlet like Wherwell Wood, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at ahead of the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Wherwell Wood (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Valleys and parapet gutters are hidden from the street. A drone shows linings, joints and build-ups of debris.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
The flat roof on top of a block is rarely looked at. From above, standing water, splits and tired upstands are clear.
What we are asked to look at in Wherwell Wood
Many roofs are never seen properly from the ground. You cannot see the back slope, the valleys or the chimney tops. Problems in those places frequently go unseen until they leak.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
- Damage after a storm that cannot be seen from below
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
If you look after a building such as Wherwell Primary School, big roofs are where close-up aerial shots and thermal images show the most at once.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Prices for drone roof surveys in Wherwell Wood
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Check there’s room outside for the drone to take off
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
- A word with neighbours beforehand helps
- Shut pets inside while we fly
You get an in-person consultation with the Premium Survey to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that isn’t clear.
Plan a drone survey every few years for tall or large roofs. Comparing surveys shows what is wearing, and early repairs keep water out.
Drone roof surveys in Wherwell Wood: local notes
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, 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.
Wherwell Wood is about 3 miles south-east of Andover, in Hampshire. We cover Wherwell Wood and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Surveys in SP11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out drone roof surveys in Wherwell (1 mile south-east), Goodworth Clatford (1 mile west), Cottonworth (1 mile south), Fullerton (2 miles south) and Chilbolton (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (15 miles south), Andover (3 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south), Romsey (13 miles south) and Hyde (10 miles south-east).
Around Wherwell Wood
In Wherwell Wood, that means homes and buildings near White Lion Public House and Winton Community Academy. The closest station to Wherwell Wood is Andover station, about 2.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Andover Museum (2.6 miles north). The countryside around Wherwell Wood includes Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
Also near Wherwell Wood
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Wherwell Wood
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What happens on the day
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Wherwell Wood, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by checking the airspace and any restrictions at your address.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets in another room
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Wherwell Wood questions
How do I find out if my home in Wherwell Wood is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
Are there drone restrictions around Wherwell Wood?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £400, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is Wherwell Wood in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Wherwell Wood included.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.