Wokingham · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Winnersh
Drone roof surveys across Winnersh, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Moss building up on slopes and in gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and walls
- Coverings that have slipped high up on the roof
How a drone roof survey works in Winnersh
Drone surveys suit tall houses, blocks of flats, steep roofs and large commercial roofs. They’re useful where walking on the roof could damage it or isn’t safe. The roof is photographed without being disturbed. We check the airspace for your address before the visit. If a drone is not the right tool, we’ll say so. If you’re worried about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and lead work pulling away at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In smaller places like Winnersh, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. Chimney tops, valleys and rear slopes are where close-up or thermal images help most. The forecast decides the day, as calm, dry conditions suit both. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that cannot be judged properly from the ground.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Winnersh (RG41, RG10)
- Wider area
- Wokingham
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Winnersh
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Comparing them with later photos shows what has changed. It is useful for planning maintenance over the years. Blocked gutters on homes around Winnersh overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices start from £400, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book us in Winnersh
- Surveys seven days a week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Winnersh book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What else we do in Winnersh
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. A visit to a smaller place like Winnersh is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First, we check the address for flight restrictions.
- Where a flight restriction zone or restricted area applies, we seek permission first.
- Before the flight, we check the conditions and the take-off spot.
- The sub-250g drone takes close-up photographs of the roof, kept in sight throughout.
- We email a written report with the photographs and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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What affects the price in Winnersh
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The property’s address and postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Our price is from £400, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Common questions in Winnersh
Is drone flying allowed in Winnersh?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather.
Is Winnersh within the area you cover?
Yes, Winnersh is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take an hour or two on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
How do I book a survey in Winnersh?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
What a drone roof survey doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The underside of the roof (that needs an inside check)
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
- A flight on a day when the weather isn’t safe
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Tall and steep roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Drone roof surveys in Winnersh: local notes
Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Open category rules keep flights below 120 m (400 ft) and the drone within sight at all times.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Mary the Virgin, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where aerial photos and thermal images help. Anyone responsible for a site like The Forest School will know that a view from above covers a wide roof far faster than walking it.
Winnersh is about 2 miles south of Woodley, in Wokingham. Winnersh is one of many places we visit across Wokingham, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Wokingham coverage includes Winnersh and the places around it.
Surveys in RG41 and RG10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Reading Road, Westbrook Court and Bathurst Road or anywhere close by, we can help. With the B3030 close by, Winnersh is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Winnersh: Sindlesham (1 mile south), Emmbrook (1 mile south-east), Woosehill (2 miles south-east), Woodley (2 miles north) and Wokingham (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (4 miles west), Crowthorne (5 miles south-east), Newtown (3 miles north-west), Coley Park (5 miles west), Twyford (3 miles north) and Charvil (3 miles north). Winnersh is among the bigger towns we cover in Wokingham.
Near you in Winnersh
We work in homes and buildings around The Poachers pub, Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve and Winnersh Primary School and the streets around them. Winnersh has its own railway station: Winnersh station. Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (0.6 miles south-west) and Wokingham Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Lavells Lake and South Lake.