Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Widley
Close-up drone photographs of roofs that are hard to reach in Widley. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Storm damage on steep or tall roofs
- Standing water on a flat roof
Airspace, weather and Widley roofs
Widley lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. With Warblington Castle about 3.7 miles east, Widley sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Christ Church, steep roofs, tall chimneys and hidden valleys can be hard to see from ground level, and that’s where a view by drone or thermal camera helps. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Purbrook Park School, thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof.
Widley is about 1 mile south-west of Purbrook, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Widley, we can carry out drone roof surveys at your property. Widley is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for drone roof surveys.
Every address in PO7 and PO6 is covered for drone roof surveys. Streets in the area include Lily Avenue, Park Avenue and Hoylake Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Purbrook Heath (1 mile north), Drayton (1 mile south), Farlington (1 mile south-east), Purbrook (1 mile north-east) and Cosham (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Gosport (6 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles east), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles west), Horndean (4 miles north-east) and Hedge End (12 miles west).
Near you in Widley
In Widley, that means homes and buildings near Springfield School, Solent Junior School and George Inn, among other places. Widley’s nearest station is Cosham station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Portchester Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (1 mile south-west). Open spaces near Widley include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Drone roof survey in Widley: what you get
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. The Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable, with a same-day report, structural analysis and an in-person consultation. It also includes a follow-up after 12 months. If a drone will not help on your roof, we’ll say so. Every drone survey comes with a written report and close-up photos. We survey tall and steep roofs, valleys and parapet gutters and flat roofs on upper floors, and people most often book us about outlets choked with leaves and silt and wind damage high on the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Widley, 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. Both the forecast and the airspace are checked first. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Widley (PO7, PO6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep a clear space in the garden or drive for take-off
- Give us the full address so we can check the airspace
- Mention anything you’ve noticed on the roof
- Expect a little longer if permission is needed
We email the report to you, with close-up photographs from the flight. Each finding is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Debris in the garden is a sign to act on. A drone survey can show what has shifted.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Steep slate and tile slopes
Walking on fragile coverings can break them. The drone sees them without touching them, so the survey does not add damage.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Large and complex roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Tall and steep roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Older roofs in small places like Widley can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- We arrange any permission that is needed before we fly.
- We assess the wind, the weather and the surroundings before take-off.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photos of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- Your report arrives by email, with close-up photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Widley questions
Do you cover smaller places like Widley?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Widley 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.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Will the drone film my neighbours?
Privacy is taken seriously on every flight. The camera is pointed at your roof, not next door. It is worth telling neighbours about the flight.
Does the weather affect a drone survey?
We don’t fly in strong wind or a downpour. Whether we can fly depends on the conditions on the day. If we cannot fly, we will arrange another day.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.