Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Wickham Common
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Wickham Common. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
- Moss and weeds taking hold up top
When you need someone else
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
- Anything inside the loft or under the coverings
- Photos in conditions too poor to fly
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Large and complex roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
Drone roof survey in Wickham Common
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They also suit fragile roofs that nobody should walk on, such as old slate, clay tiles or cement sheets. You get close-up views without anyone setting foot on the roof. Before the visit, we check the address for any airspace restrictions that apply. If a drone is not the right tool, we will say so. Typical surveys look at blistered or cracked flat roof coverings and cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots, on chimney stacks, large and complex roofs and tall and steep roofs.
Somewhere as small as Wickham Common, older roofs are frequently steep and partly hidden by trees or outbuildings. Close-up drone photos and thermal images help show what cannot be reached safely. Weather and airspace are looked at before the visit. Steep slopes and tall chimney stacks are where a close-up view adds the most.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Wickham Common (PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Book early if you are near an airport
- Let us know what you want to see
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Tell next door if the drone will be near their property
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the location and extent of every problem.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Poor airflow lets condensation build up, and it is something only an inside check will show. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Wickham Common needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First comes the address, plus a note of what worries you about the roof.
- Airspace restrictions are checked and permission sought where needed.
- Before take-off, the wind, the weather and the launch spot are checked.
- The drone photographs the roof closely, kept in sight throughout.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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Common roof problems in Wickham Common
From the pavement, most of a tall roof is out of sight. Rear slopes, valleys and the tops of chimneys are hidden. Problems in those places frequently go unseen until they leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Debris building up in hidden gutters
- Cracked flaunching or loose chimney pots
If you look after a building such as Wickham Church of England Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their report turnaround times
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks and loose pots are easier to judge from above. Each defect is photographed for the report.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Outlets, edges and roof plant are common problem areas. They’re all captured in close-up.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Wickham Common: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Wickham Common?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Are there drone restrictions around Wickham Common?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you look in the roof space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Airspace, weather and Wickham Common roofs
Wickham Common lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and wind near 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 heavy rain. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Fareham Shopping Centre, large commercial roofs are often easiest to see by drone or thermal camera.
Wickham Common is about 3 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. If you are in Wickham Common, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO17 is covered for drone roof surveys. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Southwick Road, Castle Farm Lane and Black Cottage Lane or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Wickham Common, we cover Crockerhill (1 mile south-west), Hundred Acres (1 mile north-east), Welborne (1 mile south-west), North Boarhunt (1 mile east) and North Fareham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south-west) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Wickham Common
We work in homes and buildings around The Old House Hotel and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Fareham station, about 2.8 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Knowle Hospital (1.6 miles south-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.