Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Whiteley
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach for Whiteley, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Tell us about any leaks or concerns
- Clear a spot on the drive or lawn
- Allow for a change of day in poor weather
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to go through what the drone showed. You can ask about anything that isn’t clear.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. A drone sees the outside, but the loft shows leaks and condensation from below. Photograph anything new.
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Whiteley
Neighbours’ privacy matters on every flight. The camera stays on your roof, not on neighbouring homes and gardens. If your roof is joined to a neighbour’s, it is worth letting them know about the visit. We inspect only what the owner has asked us to. Each flight is kept short and stays focused on the roof we are there to survey. Common reasons to book are lead work pulling away at abutments and coverings that have slipped high up on the roof, on chimney stacks, flat roofs on upper floors and valleys and parapet gutters.
In smaller places like Whiteley, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. Both depend on the weather on the day. Even so, a close-up image often shows wear on ridges and flashings that a view from ground level misses.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Whiteley (PO15)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Whiteley
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Whiteley?
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. Close-up drone photos show their condition.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Chimney tops in poor condition
Anyone responsible for a site like Whiteley Primary School will know that big roofs are where aerial photos and thermal images show the most at once.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Drones, thermal imaging and Whiteley roofs
Whiteley is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons.
Take an older house close to St Margaret Mary: tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Whiteley is about 3 miles south-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We cover Whiteley and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. Southampton is in our area too.
We survey roofs across PO15 for drone roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Oak Coppice Road, Thyme Avenue and Christie Avenue, all of which we cover. We also cover Burridge (1 mile north-west), Park Gate (1 mile south-west), Segensworth (1 mile south), Sarisbury (1 mile south-west) and Swanwick (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (7 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south-east) and Horndean (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Whiteley
We work in homes and buildings around Brookfield Community School and Language College and the streets around them. The closest station to Whiteley is Swanwick station, about 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St Andrew's Castle (3.5 miles south-west) and Fareham Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Whiteley includes Swanwick Lakes.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Being in a smaller place like Whiteley does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You give us the address so we can check the airspace.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Your questions about drone roof surveys in Whiteley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Whiteley?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s 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.
Will you come out to Whiteley?
Yes, Whiteley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Are there drone restrictions in central London?
Some areas need permission from NATS before any flight. If permission is not possible, we inspect by other means and explain what we could see.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will you photograph next door’s garden?
No, the camera is kept on your roof. Neighbouring homes and gardens aren’t the subject, and flights are kept short. It helps to tell neighbours beforehand.
What happens if roof problems are left?
From ground level, you’re guessing about most of a tall roof. A drone replaces that guesswork with clear photographs, slope by slope. It’s far easier to plan work when you can see the problem. In an older home around Whiteley, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.