Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Wigley
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Drone roof surveys in Wigley.
- Ridge and hip pieces working loose
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Tired mortar and pots at the top of a stack
How a drone roof survey works in Wigley
Before any flight, we check the airspace. Near protected airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, flight restriction zones mean permission is needed first. Central London has restricted areas of its own, which need NATS permission. If we can’t fly, we use other safe vantage points instead and explain why. Prisons have their own drone restriction zones too. Typical surveys look at standing water on a flat roof and moss building up on slopes and in gutters, on flat roofs on upper floors, large and complex roofs and fragile roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Wigley, roofs can be steep, old and hard to see from the lane. A drone and a thermal camera each give a view you can’t get from ground level. Weather and airspace are checked ahead of the visit, and the journey is planned in advance. Older roofs with steep slopes and tall chimneys are where the extra view helps most.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Wigley (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- 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
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Places near Wigley
What else we do in Wigley
How we price drone roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The kind of building and roof involved
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Flying in a flight restriction zone without the airport’s permission
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Wigley
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Fragile roofs
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
Why it is worth a survey now in Wigley
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It’s useful for planning maintenance over the years. For older village homes like those around Wigley, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Wigley
- Package prices that include VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Wigley questions
How do I find out if my home in Wigley is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are there drone restrictions around Wigley?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you work in Wigley?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Wigley.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. We will confirm the timing as you book.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Do you need a drone roof survey in Wigley?
After storms, owners want to know what has moved. It’s hard to tell from below what has shifted. Close-up photos make it clear what has been disturbed.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Cracked slates and tiles out of sight from below
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
Landford Manor, about 4.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wigley. Aerial photos and thermal images let an old roof be checked without anyone disturbing it.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is added on top
What a drone roof survey looks like in Wigley
Wigley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Our drone weighs under 250g, and we hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
Whatever the street in Wigley, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Wigley is about 3 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Wigley, we can survey the roof. Wigley is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the SO51 postcode area for drone roof surveys. Other places close to Wigley include Ower (1 mile south), Hillstreet (1 mile south-east), East Wellow (2 miles north-west), Blackhill (2 miles north-west) and Copythorne (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Totton (3 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles east), Hedge End (11 miles east) and Lymington (13 miles south).
Landmarks near Wigley
The closest station to Wigley is Totton station, about 3.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.5 miles south) and Eling Experience (3.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Copythorne Common.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. In a small place like Wigley, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- If permission is needed, we ask for it before the visit.
- On the day, we check the weather and the site before flying.
- We fly the drone close to the roof to photograph it in detail, always in sight.
- We email a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.