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Drone Roof Survey in Whitewood
Drone roof surveys around Whitewood, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Blocked valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
About our drone roof survey in Whitewood
Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. We keep it in sight throughout, and well below the 120-metre height limit. Each flight is planned with the site and its surroundings in mind. Airspace and weather are checked before every flight. Safety comes first on every visit. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away and storm damage on steep or tall roofs, on tall and steep roofs, fragile roofs and large and complex roofs.
Older buildings in small places like Whitewood may be listed or in a conservation area. Neither a drone survey nor a thermal survey involves any work on the roof, so it’s a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Whitewood (RH9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Whitewood
Walking on some roofs does more harm than good. Old slates and clay tiles crack underfoot, and some sheet roofs are fragile. A drone lets us see them closely without touching them.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Ponding and splits on a high flat roof
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
For any home in Whitewood, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Before you book anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
FAQs for Whitewood
How do I find out if my home in Whitewood is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Whitewood within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Can you fly a drone in central London?
Central London has restricted areas where NATS permission is needed. If permission is not possible, we inspect by other means.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Faults on high roofs tend to be found late. By then, timbers, ceilings and insulation may be wet. A drone survey finds them sooner. In a place like Whitewood, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why us?
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% customer satisfaction
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Roof by roof
Steep slate and tile slopes
Steep roofs are risky to walk on. From the air, every course of slates or tiles can be seen, showing slipped, cracked and missing pieces.
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
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The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Whitewood, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- Any flight restriction at the address is looked at, with permission requested if required.
- On the day, we check the wind, weather and site before flying.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Airspace, weather and Whitewood roofs
The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome comes within about 2 miles of Whitewood. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Many roofs like these can’t be judged properly from the pavement, and that’s where a view from above or a thermal image earns its place.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary the Virgin, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from the ground, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps.
Whitewood is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. We provide drone roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Whitewood and the surrounding area. Our Surrey coverage includes Whitewood and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We survey roofs across RH9 for drone roof surveys. Streets in the area include Whitewood Lane and Byers Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Whitewood include Horne (1 mile south-west), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (2 miles east) and Lingfield (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
Local landmarks in Whitewood
Around Whitewood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Jolly Farmer pub, among other places. Whitewood’s nearest station is Godstone station, about 2.2 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include East Surrey Hospital (4.5 miles north-west) and Effingham Park Motor Museum (3.4 miles south). The countryside around Whitewood includes Hedgecourt Lake and Bay Pond.