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Drone roof survey in Willey Green, Surrey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Willey Green from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ridge pieces that have lifted
- Blistered or cracked flat roof coverings
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Drone roof surveys for homes and businesses in Willey Green
The weather decides whether a drone can fly. Strong wind or heavy rain rules out a flight, because the drone has to stay safely under control. If the day turns out unsuitable, we’ll talk about another date. We check the forecast ahead of the visit and again on site. Calm, dry conditions give the sharpest close-up photos. A short delay is better than a rushed flight. We are often asked to look into damage after a storm that can’t be seen from below and blocked valleys and parapet gutters, on flat roofs on upper floors, chimney stacks and large and complex roofs.
Villages like Willey Green frequently stand in open country, where wind can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with little wind. The visit is planned around the forecast, along with the journey and access. If the day turns windy or wet, the visit can be moved.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Willey Green (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, with the pre-flight checks included, and longer for big commercial roofs. Older rural homes like those around Willey Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the address and what you’d like checked.
- We check the airspace and seek any permission needed.
- We assess the conditions and the take-off spot first.
- Close-up photos are taken of each slope, chimney, valley and gutter, with the drone always in view.
- You receive a written report with the photos and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Steep slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, slipped slates often point to corroded nails. We can see the extent of it from above.
Flat roofs on tall buildings
Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. Photos show how the covering is wearing.
Flying and imaging in Willey Green
About 1.8 miles south lies Wanborough Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Willey Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. The drone we use is under 250g, flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID. Flights in the open category stay under 120 m (400 ft), with the drone kept in sight.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Kings College Guildford, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Willey Green is about 4 miles west of Guildford, in Surrey. We carry out drone roof surveys in Willey Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Willey Green is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for drone roof surveys.
Surveys in GU3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Aldershot Road, Homestead Drive and Bailes Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for drone roof surveys include Normandy (1 mile west), Flexford (1 mile south-west), Wood Street Village (1 mile south-east), Christmas Pie (1 mile south-west) and Fairlands (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (4 miles east), Woking (5 miles north-east), Camberley (6 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles south-west), Egham (13 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Willey Green
We work in homes and buildings around Broadstreet and Duke of Normandy pub, among other places. The closest station to Willey Green is Wanborough station, about 1.1 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Ash Museum (2.7 miles west) and Guildford Castle (4 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Hog's Back and Ash Ranges.
Common questions in Willey Green
Is Willey Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Willey Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Willey Green?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will the drone show what’s under the tiles?
No. It photographs the outside, not the inside. The loft space is checked separately, where there is safe access.
Towns and villages near Willey Green
Other services in Willey Green
When to book a survey in Willey Green
Parapet gutters, box gutters and central valleys sit out of sight. Debris collects where nobody looks, until it causes a leak inside. From above, they’re easy to see.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Eroded pointing on a chimney stack
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
- Vegetation in valleys and gutters
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mark, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Surveys for landlords and agents in Willey Green
Landlords and letting agents in Willey Green book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Book early if you’re near an airport
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Let us know what you want to see
- Shut pets inside while we fly
The Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation to talk through the photos and findings. You can ask about anything that isn’t clear.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly in autumn. On high roofs, leave clearing to a professional. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
Prices for drone roof surveys in Willey Green
To price your survey, we check:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
For a price for drone roof surveys in Willey Green, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.